Key Words:

Interval = the spread between the smallest and the largest numbers in a range of numbers
Bar Graph = Uses bars to represent data. Best for showing data for each category
Line Graph = Uses dots & lines to represent data. Best for showing data over time
Circle Graph = Uses sections & percents to show data. Best for showing data for each category in percent form
Double Bar Graph = Uses 2 bars to represent data. Best for showing data for each category, from 2 different groups/people
Double Line Graph = Uses 2 dots & lines to represent data. Best for showing data for 2 different groups/people
Pictograph = Uses images to show data. Best for showing visuals in different categories
Trend = a pattern in a set of results on a graph
Distort = to change the appearance or twist the meaning of something in a way that is misleading