Class 2 (CBSE) • MathematicsChapter 11: Data Handling⭐ Topic 2
Representing Data with Pictures
We can show collected data using pictures, like drawing one picture for each item counted, which is called a pictograph.
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A pictograph uses simple pictures or symbols to represent data - for example, drawing one apple picture for each person who chose 'apple' as their favourite fruit.
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- A pictograph uses pictures to represent data.
- One picture usually represents one count.
- Pictographs make data easy to understand quickly.
- We compare rows or columns to find most/fewest.
- The row with the most pictures is the most popular choice.
- Pictographs are a visual way to organise data.
- This is an early step toward bar graphs.
- Pictographs are fun and easy to create.
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representing data with pictures