1. Chapter 2 L2-8 Notes: Analyzing Graphs

2. Misleading Graphs Graphs are sometimes drawn to influence conclusions by misrepresenting the data.

3. Drawing Conclusions from Graphs ANIMALS Refer to the graphs below. Which graph suggests that an African elephant drinks twice as much water a day as an Asian elephant? Is this a valid conclusion? Explain.

4. Changing the Interval of Graphs SCHOOL DANCES The graphs show how the price of spring dance tickets increased. Which graph makes it appear that the cost increased more rapidly? Explain.

5. Misleading Statistics MARKETING An amusement park boasts that the average height of their roller coasters is 170 feet. Explain how using this average to attract visitors is misleading.