Graph test Lesson #1 Flashcards
(10 cards)
What are the three types of graphs mentioned in Unit 8?
- Line graph
- Double bar graph
- Circle graph
Additional types include single bar graphs and pictographs.
What is the main use of a line graph?
To display data that changes over a period of time.
Line segments join adjacent data points and are connected by a line.
What does a double bar graph represent?
Two sets of data that can be evaluated and compared.
The lengths of the bars represent the data.
What is a key characteristic of circle graphs?
They are visually appealing but their information is not as accurate as other forms of graphs.
Circle graphs display data in a circular format, divided into segments.
What is a pictograph?
A graph that uses symbols to compare data.
Pictographs are visually appealing but not the most effective for representing data.
Fill in the blank: A _______ graph displays data that changes over a period of time.
[line]
What type of data can a single bar graph compare?
Different sets of data to each other.
True or False: Circle graphs are the most accurate form of data display.
False
What should students identify when looking at the graphs in Unit 8?
The information displayed and the graph that is most helpful for specific questions.