Understanding Bar Graphs

What is the first step in determining who swam the most miles using a bar graph?

• Look for the shortest bar

• Identify the tallest bar

• Check the title of the graph

• Count the number of bars

How do you find the difference in miles swum between two individuals on a bar graph?

• Add the numbers together

• Multiply the numbers

• Subtract the smaller number from the larger number

• Divide the numbers

What does 'combined' mean when adding the miles swum by Stella and Nigel?

• To subtract their miles

• To add their miles together

• To divide their miles

• To multiply their miles