Line GraphsThe graph for data that changes over time — and when not to…5th GradeA line graph shows change over time. If your x-axis is not time, you probably want a bar chart.1TIME GOES ALONG THE BOTTOMAlways the x-axis: days, months, years.2PICK A SENSIBLE SCALEEven intervals. Starting somewhere other than zero exaggerateschanges.3PLOT AND JOINA dot per reading, joined with straight lines.4READ THE SLOPESteep up means fast increase. Flat means no change.A truncated y-axis is the commonest way graphs mislead. Always checkwhere the scale starts.Line Graphswww.littleactivity.com

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Math · 5th Grade

Line Graphs

The graph for data that changes over time — and when not to use one.

How to use it

Plot the temperature at the same time each day for a week.

Free · print-ready PDF · US Letter and A4

Grade
5th Grade
Ages
10–11
Subject
Math
Pages
1

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