A line plot is a graph that shows data using X marks above a number line. It helps display how often each value appears in a data set.
Line plots are sometimes called dot plots. They're excellent for showing patterns in small to medium data sets.
To make a line plot, organize your data on a number line and mark an X for each occurrence of a value.
Make sure your number line has equal spacing between values for accurate representation.
Interpreting a line plot means understanding what the data tells you about frequency, range, and patterns.
The height of the X's above a value tells you how frequently that number appears in your data.
Line plots help answer questions about data sets, including finding totals, comparing frequencies, and identifying patterns.
When solving problems, always refer back to the line plot rather than relying on memory of the original data.
Line plots help organize and understand data from everyday situations, making information easier to analyze.
Line plots work best with whole number data and when you have 30 or fewer data points for clear visualization.