Visual Communication Flashcards
Define Graphs
A graph is a visual channel of communication using lines to show comparisons.
What the two different axis and what they represent
The horizontal axis represents the variables
The vertical axis represents their frequency
Define line graph
Line graphs are used to show data that changes over a period of time.
Define histogram
A visual channel of communication using adjacent blocks or bars to show totals for ranges of data with continuous values
Define Bar Graph
A visual channel of communication using vertical or horizontal bars to show data with distinct or discrete values
Define Pie Chart
This channel of communication using segments of a circle to compare the parts of something in relation to the whole or to show the breakdown or makeup of something at a specific time
Define Pictograph
This channel of communication uses symbols or pictures to present statistical information where each symbol or picture represents a certain quantity.