Charts Flashcards
1
Q
what are charts
A
a way of showing numerical data visually. They compare data and recognize patterns by looking as the ‘pictures’ of the numbers, rather than at the numbers themselves
2
Q
what are the three most common types of charts
A
column chart
line chart
pie chart
3
Q
when is a column chart normally used
A
to compare the values of items
4
Q
when do we use a line chart
A
when we want to show how values change over a period of time.
5
Q
when is a pie chart used
A
to show what amount each item or group contributes to the total amount (what fraction or percentage each group contributes to a total).
6
Q
go through diagram pg 76
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7
Q
read through pg 77
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