Picture Graphs

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What is a picture graph?

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A picture graph is a visual representation of data using pictures or symbols to show quantities.

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How do you read a picture graph?

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You count the number of pictures or symbols to find out how much each represents.

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What does each picture represent in a picture graph?

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Each picture represents a specific quantity or number, which is usually explained in the graph's key.

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What is the purpose of a key in a picture graph?

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The key explains what each picture or symbol represents in terms of quantity.

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How can you compare data using a picture graph?

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You can compare the number of pictures for different categories to see which has more or less.

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If one picture represents 2 items, how many items do 5 pictures represent?

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5 pictures represent 10 items (5 x 2 = 10).

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What type of data can be represented in a picture graph?

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Any categorical data, such as favorite colors, types of pets, or number of books read.

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How do you find the total number of items represented in a picture graph?

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You multiply the number of pictures by the value each picture represents and then add them up.

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What is an example of a question you can answer using a picture graph?

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You can ask, 'How many students chose blue or red as their favorite color?'

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What does it mean if a picture graph shows more pictures for one category than another?

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It means that more items or votes were counted for that category.