Data & Statistics
Learn to read and interpret graphs, charts, and data
Understanding Data
Learn to read graphs and work with numbers
In this section, you will practice reading bar graphs, pictographs, and tables. You will also learn about finding the range, mode, and understanding data sets.
Key Terms
- Range: Highest - Lowest value
- Mode: Most common value
- Data: Information collected
Types of Graphs
- Bar Graph: Uses bars to compare
- Pictograph: Uses pictures/symbols
- Line Graph: Shows change over time
Data Reading Tips
- 1.Always read the title and labels on a graph first.
- 2.Check what each symbol or bar represents in a pictograph.
- 3.When comparing, look at which bar is taller or which has more symbols.