Act Science Weird Graph

What is the purpose of the visual representations of data in the Data Representation Passages of the ACT Science section, based on the information in the image?

• To provide entertainment

• To confuse the test-taker

• To present data from specific studies

• To decorate the passage

Based on the information provided, which strain of fruit flies had a higher average lifespan when fed with 7.5% SY medium?

• Strain N

• Strain X

• Both Strain N and Strain X had the same average lifespan

• The average lifespan is not provided for strains fed with 7.5% SY medium

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

According to the image, what is a crucial aspect of tackling a complex-looking chart?

• Ignoring the key provided

• Focusing only on the visual appeal of the chart

• Reading the question and the answers carefully

• Making assumptions about the data

What type of questions does the image suggest you might be asked when evaluating graphs, tables, or scatterplots?

• Questions about the author's intention

• Questions that ask you to evaluate the relationship shown in the data

• Questions regarding the color scheme of the graph

• Questions about the software used to create the graph

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

According to the researchers' prediction, what was expected to happen if a fruit fly's ability to detect odors decreased?

• The results of Study 3 would contradict this prediction.

• The average life span of Strain X fruit flies would decrease.

• The average life span of Strain X fruit flies would increase.

• There would be no change in the average life span of Strain X fruit flies.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS3-1

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

Referring to Figure 4 in Study 3, which site had the highest annual wet deposition of Cu²⁺?

• Urban Site 1

• Urban Site 2

• Rural Site 1

• Rural Site 2

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

According to the bottom chart in Figure 2, what is the beak depth that corresponds to the highest percent of finches captured from Island C?

• 8 mm

• 9 mm

• 11 mm

• 10 mm

What is the approximate highest percent of finches captured from Island C with a specific beak depth according to the bottom chart in Figure 2?

• 25%

• 35%

• 33%

• 40%

What is the approximate highest percent of finches captured from Island B with a specific beak depth according to the middle chart in Figure 2?

• 25%

• 30%

• 33%

• 40%

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

Which strain of fruit flies had the lowest percentage of individuals killed by yeast when fed with 15% SY medium according to Table 1?

• Strain N

• Strain X

• Both Strain N and Strain X had the same percentage killed by yeast

• The percentage killed by yeast is not provided for strains fed with 15% SY medium

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1