Pre-Test Question:

Chapter 8. Chapter 8 Types of Graphs

Math and Graphing Review
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You must read each slide, and complete any questions on the slide, in sequence.

What type of graph is this?


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Correct! Each point represents a combination of distance travelled and water drunk.
Sorry, the correct answer is a scatterplot. Each point represents a combination of distance travelled and water drunk.

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What type of graph is this?


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Correct! The graph compares the distance individuals ran using vertical bars that represent distance in miles.
Sorry, the correct answer is a bar graph.The graph compares the distance individuals ran using vertical bars that represent distance in miles.

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Suppose you wanted to show in a graph the proportion of your day that you spend doing different activities. Which graph would be the best way to present this?

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Correct! A pie chart would be the best way to present the proportions of a whole.
Sorry, the correct answer is a pie chart.A pie chart is the best way to present the proportions of a whole.

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Suppose you wanted to compare the unemployment rate and household income between years 2008 and 2015. What type of graph would be the best way to present these data?

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Correct! A multiple line graph works best to compare multiple series over time on the same graph.
Sorry, the correct answer is a multiple line graph.A multiple line graph works best to compare multiple series over time on the same graph.

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What type of graph is this?


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Correct! The graph shows a single series over time.
Sorry, the correct answer is a line graph.The graph shows a single series over time.

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Suppose you wanted to compare the heights and weights of a dozen people. What type of graph would show these data most effectively?

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Correct! Each point in a scatterplot represents a combination of two variables, such as height and weight.
Sorry, the correct answer is a scatterplot. Each point in a scatterplot represents a combination of two variables, such as height and weight.