Histograms resources

Students are required to explain the misleading aspects of two graphs found in newspaper articles.

Students construct and label a histogram of tulip heights from data in a table. They also answer questions about range, mode, median and mean.

Students answer questions from a histogram of distance of discus throws. Calculation is required.

Students interpret a histogram showing the number of vehicles travelling at different speeds past a speed camera. Students need to calculate a percentage and the median to complete this task.

Students identify a correct statement about the overall distribution of a graph and explain their reasoning.

Students interpret information presented in a composite histogram to answer questions involving percentages and comparisons.

Students complete a tally chart to show the frequency of running times for a women's marathon. Students then present this information in a histogram.

Students identify the appropriate type of graph for a statistical investigation about dice throws. They also justify the use of a histogram for an investigation about heights of people, indicating their understanding of discrete and continuous data.

Students choose the best type of graph for a selection of sets of data.