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Graphical representations

Definition

Graphical representations are visual tools used to display data in a clear and organized manner. They help us understand patterns and relationships within the data.

Analogy

Imagine you have a map when you're going on a road trip. The map provides you with visual information about roads, landmarks, and distances between places. Similarly, graphical representations provide us with visual information about our data, helping us navigate through patterns and relationships.

Related terms

Categorical Variables: Categorical variables are qualitative characteristics or attributes that divide data into groups or categories based on specific characteristics.

Histograms: Histograms are graphical representations that use bars to display continuous numerical data grouped into intervals (bins). They show the distribution and frequency of values within each interval.

Scatterplots: Scatterplots are graphical representations that use dots (or points) to display paired numerical data from two variables. They show the relationship or correlation between the variables.