SECTION 5D HIGHLIGHTS
Vocabulary: Multiple Bar Graph, Stack Plot, Three Dimensional Graphics, Contour Plot.
Assignment: Read about Graphics in the Media in Section 5D of the text.
Do
pp. 354-359 RQ(5), BSC (13,19,21,25,26,32,39),
WP(39).
Web Project #39 Link: USATODAY Snapshots
Notes:
A Multiple Bar Graph is a bar graph where each of the categories is broken into
two or more categories enabling the reader to compare.
A Stack Plot is a graph that allows you to track the fluctuation of several
components of a population with respect to some variable, usually time.
A Contour Plot allows you to represent three dimensions on a two dimensional
surface.
Caution: When reading statistical graphs it is important that the reader think critically. Although most authors have honest intentions, statistical graphs may be misleading. The reader should always consider carefully before accepting the intended views of the author.
Skills to be mastered:
1. Student will be able to analyze and answer questions regarding Stack Plots.
2. Student will be able to analyze and answer questions regarding Multiple Bar
Graphs.
3. Student will be able to analyze and answer questions regarding Three
Dimensional Graphics.
4. Student will be able to analyze and answer questions regarding Contour
Plots.