
Understanding Graphs: Discrete vs Continuous

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Mathematics, Education
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6th - 8th Grade
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Hard

Emma Peterson
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main difference between discrete and continuous graphs?
Discrete graphs are used for time-based data, continuous graphs are not.
Discrete graphs represent whole numbers, continuous graphs can represent any value.
Discrete graphs have connected points, continuous graphs do not.
Discrete graphs are always linear, continuous graphs are not.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does it not make sense to connect points in a discrete graph?
Because the points are already connected by default.
Because the values between points are not meaningful.
Because the points represent different categories.
Because the graph would become too complex.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the example of water flowing from a faucet, why is the graph considered continuous?
Because the data points are evenly spaced.
Because the graph is drawn with a solid line.
Because time and water flow are both continuous variables.
Because water flow is unpredictable.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which graph type would best represent the revenue from selling snow cones?
Pie chart
Bar graph
Discrete graph
Continuous graph
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the graph of Andrea saving money for a trip illustrate?
A continuous increase in savings over time.
An irregular pattern of savings.
A decrease in savings over time.
A constant savings amount with periodic increases.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is Andrew's walking distance graph considered continuous?
Because he walks at a constant speed.
Because the graph is a straight line.
Because the graph is plotted over time.
Because every point on the line represents a meaningful distance.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the candle sales example, why should the graph be discrete?
Because candles can be sold in fractions.
Because the profit is not always positive.
Because the graph is plotted on a Cartesian plane.
Because only whole numbers of candles can be sold.
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