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Graphing & Analyzing Data. Data Analysis. Most critical step in science Improper analysis can: Waste time Waste money Result in potential injuries Cause research to move in the wrong direction. Types of Data Analysis. Uses
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Data Analysis • Most critical step in science • Improper analysis can: • Waste time • Waste money • Result in potential injuries • Cause research to move in the wrong direction
Types of Data Analysis • Uses • Formatting collected data for input into spreadsheets or databases • Showing frequency of events • Look for patterns in data • Compare & Contrast data • Quality Control & Quality Assurance of Data Tables
Types of Data Analysis • Uses • Showing trends • Showing relationships between 2 or more variables • Developing equations to predict future events X Y Plots (Line Graphs)
Types of Data Analysis Bar Graphs • Uses • Comparing amounts • Comparing changes over time • Plotting averages of data collected at different times • Plotting statistical data
Types of Data Analysis • Uses • Showing how the parts compare to the whole Pie Charts
Now its Your turn! • In your Comp Book Make an index of your first page. On one of the first lines write “Graphing assignment”. • Create a survey • Develop a data table from your results - Title, headings, straight lines • Make a BAR graph using your data - Title, labeled axes (X,Y), straight lines. 5. Complete both “Activities” on page. 793 Red text.