Representing Data

Grade 1 Math | Measurement & Data Topic 3

Grade 1Common Core 1.MD.C.420 minutes
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Learning Objectives

  • Organize data into categories
  • Represent data using graphs and charts
  • Interpret and answer questions about data

What is Representing Data?

Data is information we collect about things around us. Representing data means showing this information in a way that makes it easy to understand and compare, like using pictures, charts, or graphs.

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Representing data helps us:

  • See patterns and trends
  • Compare different groups
  • Make decisions based on information
  • Communicate findings to others