bar graphs and pictographs

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What is a bar graph?

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A bar graph is a visual way to show information using bars of different heights or lengths to represent numbers.

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What is a pictograph?

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A pictograph is a graph that uses pictures or symbols to represent data.

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How do you read a bar graph?

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You look at the height of the bars to see how much each category represents.

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What does the tallest bar in a bar graph represent?

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The tallest bar shows the category with the most votes or the highest amount.

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What does the shortest bar in a bar graph represent?

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The shortest bar shows the category with the least votes or the lowest amount.

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How do you count items in a pictograph?

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You count the pictures or symbols to find out how many items are represented.

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What does each picture in a pictograph represent?

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Each picture in a pictograph usually represents one or more items.

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If a bar graph shows 5 apples, what does that mean?

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It means there are 5 apples in that category.

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What is the purpose of using graphs?

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Graphs help us understand and compare information easily.

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How can you tell which color is the favorite in a pictograph?

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You look for the picture with the most symbols or pictures.