Graph Choice Decision Tree

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Graph Choice Decision Tree: Large title ('Graph Choice Decision Tree'), central decision-tree with 'What type of data do you have?' leading to QUANTITATIVE (blue) and CATEGORICAL (green) branches. Quantitative branch further splits to ONE VARIABLE (histogram) and TWO VARIABLES (scatter plot). Categorical branch splits to COUNTS/FREQUENCIES (bar chart) and PERCENTAGES (pie chart). Each graph type has a mini-example, a one-line description, and axis labels. The lower half includes 'YOUR DATA' sec...

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This A4 printable features a visual decision tree guiding students to select appropriate graphs (histogram, scatter plot, bar chart, pie chart) based on data type and number of variables. The lower section provides a structured planning area for students to record data details, justify their graph choice, and sketch their planned graph, reinforced by quick reminders for good graphing practice.

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