Drawing Data Conclusions

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Students analyzing data charts and graphs

📊 Part 1: Understanding Data Conclusions

1. What is the most important thing to check when drawing a conclusion from data?

The conclusion sounds interesting

The conclusion is supported by evidence from the data

The conclusion is what we expected to find

The conclusion is short and simple

2. A group investigated "What is the most popular lunch food in our class?" Their data showed: sandwiches (12), pies (8), salads (3), noodles (7). Which conclusion is best supported by their data?

Pies are the healthiest lunch option

Sandwiches are the most popular lunch food in their class

Everyone should eat more salads

Noodles taste better than sandwiches

3. When drawing conclusions from data, what should you always do? (Check all that apply)

Link your conclusion back to your original question

Use evidence from your data to support your conclusion

Compare your findings with what you expected

Make sure your conclusion sounds exciting

🔍 Part 2: Analysing Investigation Results

4. Imagine you investigated "How many books do Year 5 students read per month?" Your data showed most students read 2-4 books per month. Write a conclusion that answers your investigative question:

5. A student concluded: "Girls are better at maths than boys" based on one test result from their class. What problems can you identify with this conclusion?

6. You investigated "What time do Year 5 students go to bed on school nights?" and found most go to bed between 8:00-9:00 PM, but your initial prediction was 7:00-8:00 PM. How would you address this difference in your conclusion?