Graphing
Line Graphs Shows a relationship where the dependent variable changes due to a change in the independent variable Can have more than one line on a line graph X-axis: independent variable Y-axis: dependent variable
Bar Graphs Compares information collected by counting X-axis: independent variable Y-axis: dependent variable
Circle or Pie Graphs Shows how some amount is broken down into parts The circular pie represents the total. The slices represent the parts and usually represented as percentages of the total
Tips for Drawing Graphs Remember to use as much of the graph as possible. Remember to label the title of the graph. An easy way to title a graph is by using the word versus. Dependent Variable vs. Independent Variable Remember to label the x and y axis with the name of the variables.
Graphs