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A pictograph displays the number of books read by students in a class. If the key shows that one book symbol represents 3 actual books, and a student's row has 4 book symbols and one half book symbol, how many books did that student read?
A pictograph displays the number of books read by students in a class. If the key shows that one book symbol represents 3 actual books, and a student's row has 4 book symbols and one half book symbol, how many books did that student read?
- 13.5 books (correct)
- 9 books
- 13 books
- 11 books
A sports club uses a pictograph to represent the number of members who play different sports. Each sports ball symbol represents 5 members. If there are 6 full symbols for soccer and 4 full symbols for basketball, how many more members play soccer than basketball?
A sports club uses a pictograph to represent the number of members who play different sports. Each sports ball symbol represents 5 members. If there are 6 full symbols for soccer and 4 full symbols for basketball, how many more members play soccer than basketball?
- 10 (correct)
- 30
- 50
- 2
In a pictograph illustrating the sales of different flavors of ice cream, one ice cream cone symbol represents 8 ice cream cones sold. If strawberry flavor has 3.5 ice cream cone symbols, how many strawberry ice cream cones were sold?
In a pictograph illustrating the sales of different flavors of ice cream, one ice cream cone symbol represents 8 ice cream cones sold. If strawberry flavor has 3.5 ice cream cone symbols, how many strawberry ice cream cones were sold?
- 32
- 28 (correct)
- 24
- 26
What is the purpose of the 'key' or 'legend' in a pictograph?
What is the purpose of the 'key' or 'legend' in a pictograph?
A school uses a pictograph to track student attendance throughout the week. If each sun symbol represents 2 students present, and Monday's row has 15 sun symbols, how many students were present on Monday?
A school uses a pictograph to track student attendance throughout the week. If each sun symbol represents 2 students present, and Monday's row has 15 sun symbols, how many students were present on Monday?
A clothing store creates a pictograph to represent the number of items sold in a week, If a shirt symbol represents 4 shirts and there are 5 and a quarter shirt symbols for the tops category, how many shirts were sold?
A clothing store creates a pictograph to represent the number of items sold in a week, If a shirt symbol represents 4 shirts and there are 5 and a quarter shirt symbols for the tops category, how many shirts were sold?
In a pictograph that shows the number of pets owned by families in a neighborhood, a paw print symbol represents 3 pets. If one family's row has 2 and one third paw print symbols, how many pets do they own?
In a pictograph that shows the number of pets owned by families in a neighborhood, a paw print symbol represents 3 pets. If one family's row has 2 and one third paw print symbols, how many pets do they own?
A local farm uses a pictograph to display the number of fruits harvested each day. If an apple icon represents 10 apples, a banana icon represents 15 bananas, and an orange icon represents 20 oranges. On Tuesday, they harvested 5 apple icons and 3 banana icons. How many total fruits were harvested?
A local farm uses a pictograph to display the number of fruits harvested each day. If an apple icon represents 10 apples, a banana icon represents 15 bananas, and an orange icon represents 20 oranges. On Tuesday, they harvested 5 apple icons and 3 banana icons. How many total fruits were harvested?
A toy store uses a pictograph to showcase the sales of different types of toys. Each toy symbol represents 6 toys sold. If they want to represent that 45 dolls were sold, how many toy symbols, including partial symbols, would they need to use for dolls?
A toy store uses a pictograph to showcase the sales of different types of toys. Each toy symbol represents 6 toys sold. If they want to represent that 45 dolls were sold, how many toy symbols, including partial symbols, would they need to use for dolls?
A museum tracks attendance using a pictograph, where one person symbol represents 25 visitors. If the pictograph shows 8 full person symbols and 2 half person symbols for a particular day, what was the total museum attendance for that day?
A museum tracks attendance using a pictograph, where one person symbol represents 25 visitors. If the pictograph shows 8 full person symbols and 2 half person symbols for a particular day, what was the total museum attendance for that day?
Flashcards
What is a Pictograph?
What is a Pictograph?
A graph that uses pictures or symbols to represent data, where each symbol represents a specific quantity.
Title (Pictograph Element)
Title (Pictograph Element)
Describes what the pictograph is about, providing context for the data presented.
Labels (Pictograph Element)
Labels (Pictograph Element)
Identify the categories being compared in the pictograph, allowing for easy differentiation.
Pictures/Symbols (Pictograph Element)
Pictures/Symbols (Pictograph Element)
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Key/Legend (Pictograph Element)
Key/Legend (Pictograph Element)
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How to find totals in Pictographs
How to find totals in Pictographs
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Benefits of Pictographs
Benefits of Pictographs
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Steps to Create a Pictograph
Steps to Create a Pictograph
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How to Analyze Pictographs
How to Analyze Pictographs
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Study Notes
- A pictograph is a graph using pictures that represent data.
- Pictographs visually display data using symbols or icons, where each represents a specific quantity.
- Pictographs help in making data easily understandable, especially for young learners.
Elements of a Pictograph
- Title describes the pictograph's subject.
- Labels identify the categories being compared.
- Pictures/Symbols represent data; each represents a specific quantity.
- Key/Legend indicates what each picture represents (e.g., one star = 2 votes).
How to Read a Pictograph
- Look at the title to understand the subject of the graph.
- Examine the labels to identify the different categories.
- Check the key to know the value of each picture or symbol.
- Count the number of pictures for each category and multiply by the value from the key to find the total.
- Compare the number of pictures across categories to draw conclusions.
Creating a Pictograph
- Determine the categories to be represented.
- Collect the data for each category.
- Choose a symbol to represent the data.
- Decide on the value each symbol will represent.
- Draw the appropriate number of symbols for each category.
- Add a title, labels, and a key.
Example Pictograph: Favorite Fruits
- Title: Our Favorite Fruits
- Categories: Apples, Bananas, Oranges
- Symbol: A fruit icon
- Key: 1 fruit icon = 1 vote
- Data: Apples (5 icons), Bananas (7 icons), Oranges (4 icons)
- Interpretation: Bananas are the most favorite, followed by apples, and then oranges.
Analyzing Pictographs
- Identify the category with the most symbols.
- Identify the category with the fewest symbols.
- Calculate the total number of items for each category using the key.
- Determine the difference between the number of items in different categories.
- Draw conclusions based on the data presented.
Benefits of Using Pictographs
- Visually appealing and easy to understand.
- Simplifies complex data for young learners.
- Encourages data interpretation and comparison skills.
- Enhances engagement and interest in data analysis.
Tips for Teaching Pictographs
- Use real-world examples that are relatable to students.
- Start with simple data sets and gradually increase complexity.
- Emphasize the importance of the key in understanding the data.
- Encourage students to create their own pictographs.
- Provide opportunities for students to interpret and discuss the data presented in pictographs.
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