About this printable
Choose a graph based on the question and the kind of data available. This planning sheet asks for a reasoned choice before drawing a polished chart.
How to use it
Describe whether your values compare categories, track change or show paired measurements. A count of books by genre may suit a bar chart, while a sequence of daily measurements may suit a line graph. Write the labels and units before sketching the display.
Check and adapt
Check that the graph does not suggest a relationship the data cannot support. Consider the scale and whether connecting points is meaningful. Use the final section to state a cautious observation, keeping explanation of causes separate from what the graph directly shows.
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