Interpreting Graphs - Science 7

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What is a pie chart?

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A pie chart is a circular graph that represents data in slices, where each slice corresponds to a category's proportion of the whole.

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What does the y-axis represent in a graph?

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The y-axis represents the dependent variable, which is the outcome or result that changes in response to the independent variable.

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What is the independent variable in a graph?

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The independent variable is the variable that is manipulated or changed in an experiment, typically plotted on the x-axis.

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How do you determine the largest percentage in a pie chart?

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To determine the largest percentage in a pie chart, compare the sizes of the slices; the largest slice represents the highest percentage.

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What does it mean when a graph shows an increase?

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An increase in a graph indicates that the value of the dependent variable is rising over time or in response to changes in the independent variable.

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What is a bar graph?

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A bar graph is a visual representation of data using bars of different heights or lengths to compare different categories.

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How can you find the difference between two values on a graph?

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To find the difference between two values on a graph, subtract the smaller value from the larger value.

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What is a line graph used for?

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A line graph is used to show trends over time by connecting data points with a line.

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What does the term 'data point' refer to?

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A data point refers to a single value or measurement plotted on a graph.

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How do you read a graph?

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To read a graph, identify the axes, understand the scale, and analyze the plotted data to draw conclusions.