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 A
circle graph
presents the division of a total amount of data. |
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How can you use a
circle graph? |
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You can use a
circle graph to show how a whole
is divided into
fractional parts. |
- When
making a
circle graph it is important to make
sure that the size you make each piece is accurate to the number.
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The
greater the value of
the data, the wider the
wedge that represents the value.
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What does a
Circle Graph look like? |
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1. It is easy to read the amount of data for each
item. |
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2. It is easy to tell the greatest and least
amount of data by looking at the graph. |
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3. A circle graph is great to use when
comparing data. |
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1. Sometimes the answers to a circle graph are
answered as fractions. Fractions can be difficult for some
people. |
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2. A disadvantage with the circle graph is that
percentage is difficult for some people to work with. |
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3. When making a circle graph it is hard to make the
pieces exactly the correct size. |
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Remember:
A
circle
graph has both advantages and disadvantages when
using them.
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