Understanding Line of Best Fit in Physics

What is the first step in setting up a graph for plotting data?

• Choosing the color of the graph

• Selecting the scales for the axes

• Drawing the line of best fit

• Identifying anomalies in the data

When plotting data, why might you choose not to start the y-axis at zero?

• To avoid using negative numbers

• To make the graph look more colorful

• To make calculations easier

• To fit the data better on the page

What should you do if a data point does not fit the overall pattern?

• Ignore it completely

• Consider it as an anomaly

• Change the scale of the graph

• Move it to fit the pattern

What is the purpose of drawing a line of best fit?

• To highlight the largest data point

• To connect all data points

• To make the graph look symmetrical

• To show the general trend of the data

Why is it important to label both axes on a graph?

• To ensure clarity and understanding

• To fill up space on the page

• To make the graph colorful

• To make the graph look professional