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Intro Spreadsheets
Term / Definition Unit 4
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| What is the difference between a graph and a chart? | A graph displays numerical data with x-axis (horizontal) and y-axis (vertical), while a chart represents data visually, often with larger sets or categories. |
| Give an example of a graph. | A graph showing monthly sales trends for two company branches. |
| Give an example of a chart. | A pie chart showing sales percentages for different products. |
| Why are charts used? | Charts make complex data easier to interpret and compare, helping to spot trends and patterns quickly. |
| Provide an example of data visualized using a line graph. | A line graph showing how the population in the Northeast grew from 2010 to 2018. |
| Provide an example of data visualized using a pie chart. | A pie chart displaying the percentage of the U.S. population in each region in 2018, showing that the South has the largest share. |
| What is the takeaway from the lesson on charts and graphs? | Charts and graphs help present data more clearly, and future lessons will focus on selecting the right chart type and creating/modifying charts in Excel. |
| What is the main purpose of charts in a spreadsheet? | They convey complex data simply. |
| What statement is true about graphs? | Graphs are two dimensional. |
| What are the four commonly used types of charts covered in this lesson? | Column charts, Pie charts, Line charts, and Scatterplot charts. |
| How do column and bar charts display values? | Column charts display values as vertical boxes, while bar charts display values as horizontal boxes. The length of the boxes represents the values. |
| What is the primary usage of column and bar charts? | These charts are used to compare different categories or values over time. |
| Provide an example of when a column chart would be used. | A column chart comparing the education levels of adults in the U.S. |
| What do pie charts represent? | Pie charts divide a circle into slices, each representing a proportion of the total value. |
| What is the main usage of pie charts? | Pie charts are best for showing how individual parts compare to the whole, usually as percentages. |
| Provide an example of when a pie chart would be used. | A pie chart showing the percentage of adults in different education attainment categories. |
| How do line charts depict data? | Line charts display data as points connected by a line, showing trends over time or categories. |
| What is the main usage of line charts? | Line charts are useful for analyzing trends, such as changes in unemployment based on education level. |
| Provide an example of when a line chart would be used. | A line chart comparing unemployment rates across different education levels. |
| What do scatterplot charts display? | Scatterplot charts display individual data points on a graph, showing the relationship between two variables. |
| What is the main usage of scatterplot charts? | Scatterplots are helpful for identifying relationships or patterns between two variables. |
| Provide an example of when a scatterplot chart would be used. | A scatterplot comparing median weekly income with years of education. |
| How do line charts depict data? | Points connected with a line. |
| What is the main purpose of a pie chart? | To compare the parts of a whole. |
| What generally appears as the horizontal axis for a line chart? | A measure of time. |
| What is the main purpose of a scatterplot? | To depict the relationship between two variables. |
| What is the purpose of a chart title? | A chart title describes what the chart is about and typically appears at the top. A clear title helps explain the chart’s purpose. |
| What are the two main axes in a chart? | The horizontal axis (x-axis) and the vertical axis (y-axis), which help orient data. |
| What does the chart area represent? | The chart area is where the data is visually represented and can be customized in many ways. |
| What is the purpose of a chart legend? | A legend identifies data categories, especially when there are multiple data series in the chart. |
| What is the purpose of column charts? | Column charts compare categories or values over time, displaying categories on the x-axis and values on the y-axis. |
| How do you create a column chart? | Select the data in your worksheet, then insert a column chart. |
| How can you customize a column chart? | You can adjust chart elements like titles, legends, and data labels, such as adding percentages or removing the legend if there's only one data series. |
| What is the purpose of pie charts? | Pie charts show how parts make up a whole, often representing percentages. |
| How do you create a pie chart? | Select the data and insert a pie chart. The chart’s slices represent different categories |
| How can you customize a pie chart? | You can change the title, add data labels, and move the legend for better readability. |
| What is the purpose of line charts? | Line charts show trends over time by connecting data points with lines. |
| How do you create a line chart? | Select the data and insert a line chart. The x-axis typically represents time, and the y-axis shows values. You can also add a trendline to highlight the relationship between data points. |
| What is the purpose of changing a chart type? | Changing the chart type can help make trends more visible or improve readability. For example, switching to a stacked-bar chart can show proportions more clearly. |
| How do you change the chart type? | Select the chart, go to the Change Chart Type option, and choose a new chart type, such as a stacked-bar chart. |
| What is an example of customizing a column chart for U.S. education levels? | After creating the column chart, edit the title to “Education Attainment in the United States,” remove the legend if there's only one data series, and add data labels to show exact values. |
| How do you create and customize a pie chart for U.S. education levels? | Select the data, insert a 2D pie chart, adjust the size or move the legend for better readability, and add data labels. Change the title to “Education Attainment in the United States.” |
| How do you create and customize a line chart to display education level and unemployment? | Select the data, insert a line chart, and add a trendline. Edit the title to “Education Attained and Unemployment.” |
| What should you do if a chart doesn't clearly show proportions? | Change the chart type to a stacked bar chart. Select the chart, go to the Change Chart Type option, and choose a stacked bar chart for better comparison. |
| What is the "Recommend Chart" feature in Excel? | The "Recommend Chart" feature helps you choose the best chart type for your data. |
| How do you use the "Recommend Chart" feature in Excel? | Select the data, go to the Insert tab, and click on the chart type that best fits your data. |
| What should you do to insert a chart in Excel? | Go to the Insert tab, choose the chart type that represents your data, and select the specific chart layout you want to use. |
| What are the two main tabs for chart options in Excel? | The Chart Design tab and the Format tab. |
| What can you modify in the Chart Design and Format tabs? | You can modify the chart title, axis titles, legend, data labels, data tables, and add a trendline. |
| How can you modify the chart title and axis titles? | You can change or remove the titles for your chart and axes using the Chart Design or Format tabs. |
| What does the legend control in a chart? | The legend controls where it appears and how it's displayed. |
| What is the purpose of data labels and a data table in a chart? | Data labels add numeric values to your chart, and a data table displays the data points used in the chart. |
| What is the purpose of a trendline in a chart? | A trendline shows statistical relationships in your data, helping to visualize trends over time. |
| How does the "Recommend Chart" feature simplify chart creation? | It suggests the best chart type based on the data you have, making it easier to choose the most suitable chart. |
| What can you adjust using the "Add Chart Element" button in the Design tab? | You can easily adjust chart elements such as titles, labels, and data series. |
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