๐ŸŽฒintro to statistics review

key term - Bar graph

Definition

A bar graph is a visual representation of data using rectangular bars to show the frequency or value of different categories. The length or height of each bar is proportional to the value it represents.

5 Must Know Facts For Your Next Test

  1. Bar graphs are used to compare discrete categories or groups.
  2. The bars in a bar graph can be displayed either vertically or horizontally.
  3. Each bar in a bar graph should be uniformly spaced for accurate comparison.
  4. Bar graphs are useful for displaying categorical data, where each bar represents a distinct category.
  5. The y-axis (vertical) typically shows the frequency or value, while the x-axis (horizontal) shows the categories being compared.

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