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Level 2 Introduction Level 2 Locating Information Introduction Welcome to Level 2 of Locating Information. This course will continue to build on what you learned about graphs in Level 1. Graphs can be used to show information in an easy to read picture view. When information is hard to understand, sometimes seeing a picture of the information helps you understand it better. On the job, being able to use graphs and charts is important. Graphs are also used on the job to train employees. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 1
Level 2 Introduction Course Objectives In Locating Information Level 2, you will continue to build on the graph basics you learned in Level 1. In this course, you will: Review the different types of graphs and how they are put in order. Learn additional tools and symbols used in graphs. Practice reading a document or graph and locating basic information. Study basic graphs and charts to see how graphs are made. Learn how to create different types of graphs. Locating Information Level 2 Sometimes, information that measures or compares things is hard to understand unless you can see a drawing or picture. That picture helps you understand the idea. Other times, a graph or chart helps you get a point across quickly. Graphs and charts show information in an easy to read picture view. You can follow their idea or point that is being shown. It is fun to be able to look at a chart or graph and notice the point or idea quickly! This course is divided into six topics: Order of Graphs Types of Graphs Tools Used in Graphs Creating Graphs Using Different Graphs Purpose of Graphs You are now ready to begin the Locating Information, Level 2 course. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 2
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Level 2 Locating Information Order of Graphs Graphs are put in order to show the importance of the information. Graphs are also put in order to show a change or difference in the information. Arranging graphs and charts in an order can show how information is grouped together to get the whole idea. Graphs can be put in three basic kinds of order: Alphabetical Order (A, B, C), Sequential Order (First, Second, Third) and Numerical Order (1, 2, 3). Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 3
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Learning Objectives In this lesson, you will review and build on what you learned in Level 1 about the order of graphs. The order of information in graphs makes them easier to read and understand. You will review: How graphs are put in alphabetical order, How graphs are put in sequential order and How graphs are put in numerical order. Alphabetical Order One way to put a graph or chart in order is to use the alphabet (A, B, C). You will notice that many graphs and charts use alphabetical order to list information. Alphabetical order helps show the name of people, places or things. When information is listed in alphabetical order, it is easier to locate what you are looking for. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 4
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Order of Graphs Question 1 Study this graph, and then answer the question. What information on the graph is put in alphabetical order? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Job skills Levels Courses Factory X Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 5
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Explanation You can see that there are items listed at the bottom (Xaxis) and left side (Y-axis) of the graph. The items on the X-axis are the Courses offered at Factory X. The items on the Y-axis are the Levels that are required for each course. You can also see that the items listed on the X-axis are words and the items on the Y-axis are numbers. The correct answer is the Courses are listed in alphabetical order on the Job Skills at Factory X graph. Order of Graphs Question 2 Another way to show alphabetical order is in a table or chart. Many times, lists are put in alphabetical order so the information can be found quickly by using the first letter. Look at this table. Circle the column that is in alphabetical order on this table. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 6
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Explanation When you are looking for alphabetical order, look for words or names whose first letter can be put in ABC order. In the table of Factory X Students, you can see that the names of the students are listed in order from B for Bradley to J for Jackson. The other columns do not have the first letters of their words in order. Alphabetic order is easy to find when you look at the first letter. Sequential Order Another type of order for graphs is sequential order. Sequential order means that things are put in order over a period of time. When something is being measured over time, a graph can show the point quickly and clearly using time or date information. Can you tell what is being measured in this line graph? Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 7
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Sequential Order You can use the title to see this graph is measuring Kristin s temperature. The x-axis shows the actual times her temperature was taken. The y-axis lists the temperature degrees. Graphs show information quickly. Putting a graph in sequential order shows how time passes with the information being presented. Order of Graphs Question 3 Look at this line graph again. Draw a circle on the graph at the time when Kristen s temperature was highest. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 8
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Explanation When you are looking for highest or lowest in a graph, it is easy to glance at the highest or lowest point or level on the graph to find the answer. In a bar graph, the tallest bar on the graph would be the highest and the shortest bar on the graph would be the lowest. On a line graph, the highest point on the line would be the highest level and the lowest point on the graph would be the lowest level. In the previous problem, the time Kristen s temperature reached the highest was 11:00. You can tell by finding the highest point on the line graph and moving down to the x-axis to see the time. Numerical Order Sometimes, graphs or charts put things in numerical order. Numbers that are shown from lowest to highest are used to explain quantities or increases. Look at the graph of the Technology Exports. Did you notice that there is a numerical order shown? On the left side (y-axis) of the graph, the amount of technology shipped to other countries is shown in millions of dollars. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 9
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Order of Graphs Question 4 Use the graph to answer this question. Circle the countries that received $8 million dollars of technology products. Hint: There are two countries on the graph. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 10
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Explanation To answer the question, you needed to look at the y-axis for $8 million dollars, and then move to the right to see which country or countries were at this level. Both China and Germany received $8 million dollars of technology products. Order of Graphs Question 5 In what order is the Fitness Classes graph organized? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Numerical Order Sequential Order Alphabetical Order Numerical and Sequential Order Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 11
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Explanation You can look at the x-axis and see the days of the week are listed in order. This graph also has numbers on the y-axis, but the information is not in numerical order on the graph. This graph is organized in sequential order. Order of Graphs Question 6 Try another practice problem. Draw a circle around each day of the week the lab is open until 4:00 PM. Hint: There are two days. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 12
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Explanation After looking at the Lab Testing bar graph, you can see that the lab is open at different times. You can also see that the lab is open later on some days than on other days. To answer the question, you needed to find 4:00 PM on the y-axis and move to the right to see which bars were on that level. The lab is open until 4:00 PM on Monday and Wednesday. Order of Graphs Question 7 Use the Lab Testing graph again to answer this question. What time is the lab open on Friday? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 13
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Explanation To answer the question, you needed to find Friday on the x- axis and look at the bar to see what time the lab is open. The lab is open from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Friday. Order of Graphs Question 8 In what order is the information on this graph? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Alphabetical order Number order Sequential order Both sequential and numerical order Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 14
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Explanation In the previous problem, you needed to find what order the information was in on the graph. First, look at the information in the graph. All of the information is in numbers. Next, look at the labels on the x- axis. The information on the x-axis is in order by year; therefore, it is in sequential order. Now, look at the numbers listed above the bars. Are they in numerical order? No, therefore the graph cannot be in numerical order. The bar graph is in sequential order. Order of Graphs Question 9 Use the Imports from China graph to answer this question. How many years does the graph show imports from China? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. 5 years 19 years 2003 years Cannot tell Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 15
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Order of Graphs Question 10 Here is a graph showing a diet for clinic patients. Use this information to answer this question. In what order is this graph? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Alphabetical Numerical Sequential Alphabetical and Sequential Order of Graphs Question 11 Study the table shown and see how the information is ordered. In what order is the information in this table? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Alphabetical Numerical Sequential Alphabetical and Numerical Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 16
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Order of Graphs Question 12 Select the best answer to the question. What type of food allergy does patient Vasant have? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Meat Fish Milk Chocolate Order of Graphs Question 13 Select the best answer to the question. Which month has the highest student enrollment? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. January April June September Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 17
Level 2 -Order of Graphs Order of Graphs Question 14 Select the best answer to the question. What was Kristen s temperature at 10:00? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. 100 degrees 101 degrees 102 degrees 103 degrees Order of Graphs Summary When a graph is shown in a certain type of order, it is easier to read and understand the idea. At work, graphs or charts can help you read or see information quickly. Graphs can be put in three basic kinds of order: Alphabetical Order (A, B, C), Sequential Order (First, Second, Third) and Numerical Order (1, 2, 3). Graphs and charts are an excellent way to see information in the form of a picture. Your mind can see a picture and form answers from that picture. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 18
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Level 2 Locating Information Types of Graphics On the job or at work, you will see many different types of graphs. Some are in the shape of a circle, some are in the shape of a square or a rectangle and some look like a list or chart. No matter what the shape, graphs show important information at a glance. Different types of graphs are: Pie Charts Bar Graphs Line Graphs Table or Charts Diagrams Forms Maps and Plans Gauges and Dials Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 19
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Learning Objectives In this lesson, you will review and build on what you learned in Level 1 about the different types of graphics. You will: review the names for each type of graph, the type of information that is being shown in the graph and recognize the features of these graphics. Pie Charts One type of graph that is common on the job or at work is a pie chart. A pie chart is easy to spot because it is in the shape of a pie or circle. Pie charts can show parts of the whole idea. Though it is shaped in a circle, lines drawn within the circle can divide sections to show small or large parts of the whole circle. Look at this Pie chart. Notice how the lines are drawn to show different groups within the circle. This pie chart shows that ABC Bookstore has different types of books. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 20
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Types of Graphics Question 1 Pie charts or circle graphs are used to show a whole broken into parts. Use the ABC Bookstore pie chart to answer this question. How many kinds of books does ABC Bookstore have? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. 3 kinds of books 4 kinds of books 5 kinds of books 6 kinds of books Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 21
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Explanation After looking at the pie chart, you can see that the circle shows 100% of the books at ABC Bookstore. That amount is shown as 100 percent of books in the store. When information needs to be divided to show a piece of a whole, a pie chart is usually used. If you can think of a whole pie, you can see that a pie chart looks like pieces of pie being cut. At ABC bookstore, there are 4 pieces of pie that show 4 different kinds of books. Bar Graphs Another common graph used on the job or in the workplace is a bar graph. A bar graph uses the shape of a rectangle to compare amounts of something. Within a rectangle box, there are short or long rectangles in the shape of a bar which measure more or less of something. Look at this bar graph. Can you tell what it is measuring? Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 22
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Types of Graphics Question 2 Use the bar graph to answer this question. What is the bar graph measuring? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Degrees in the UK Degrees in Germany Degrees in the U.S. Science and Engineering Degrees Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 23
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Explanation After looking at the graph, you can see that there are longer bars and shorter bars. You can see that the U.S. has a longer bar than Germany or the U.K. A longer bar means more and a shorter bar means less. A bar graph measures and compares different amounts that you can see clearly at a glance. You can look at the title of the bar graph to see that this bar graph is measuring the number of Science & Engineering Degrees from the U.K., U.S. and Germany. Line Graphs You will also find a graph in the workplace that uses a line. This type of graph is called a Line Graph. A line graph uses an up and down or side to side line to show change over time. A line graph is a good way to show how information can keep going but may change also. Look at this line graph. Kaitlin s Craft Store sells Scrapbook Kits. Look how the line shows her Weekly Sales. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 24
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Types of Graphics Question 3 Look at the points on the line graph. Circle the point on the graph where sales were highest for the week. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 25
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Explanation A line graph shows how something can change over a period of time. For Kaitlin s Craft Store, sales went up and down during the week. The line graph shows you her sales for each day. After looking closely, you can see that the line showing her sales went up each day until Wednesday and then back down on Friday. Therefore, the highest point was on Wednesday with 30 kits sold. Tables and Charts A type of graph, which shows information in rows and columns, is a Table or Chart. A table is information in the form of a list. On the job, a table can look like a checklist or list of tasks to be done. This table shows tasks that need to be done at work. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 26
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Types of Graphics Question 4 A table can be in the form of a list or chart so that the information is easy to understand. You can read each line or row. Each row divides the information to make it easier to read. How many tasks are shown on the table? Check the correct answer. A. 4 B. 5 C. 6 D. 7 Tables and Charts Question 5 A table or chart can also be a list of employees, departments, items or other information in the workplace. Look at the list of employees. Read the table to find out how many employees have paid their parking permit. Circle the employees who have paid their parking permit. Hint: There are two employees. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 27
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Explanation Did you notice how the employee names were listed? They are listed in alphabetical (A,B,C) order. A table is a good way to read information in the workplace. To answer the previous problem, you needed to look at the Paid Parking Permit column to see which employees have already paid. The two employees who have already paid their parking permit are Abdul and Harris. Forms Another type of graph at work or on the job is a Form. A form is used to gather many kinds of information. A form asks for information to be written in blanks. A job application or order form are good examples of how a form can show information that is used at work or on the job. Look at this example of a form. Can you tell what this form is used for? Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 28
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Forms A form always asks for information. The information can be different each time. It is good to read each word or phrase on the form so that you can fill in the correct response. This form is used as a job application. You can tell by reading the lines that ask you to fill in the Job applying for and Date you can begin. Also, you can tell it is a job application because it is asking a choice to work a shift. A shift is a period of time that the job can be done. Maps and Plans Maps are a picture, drawing or sketch explaining a location or place. Maps are used in the workplace every day. They are used to show how to get from a starting point to an ending point without having to read pages of directions or instructions. Learning to read maps is an important skill to have. Maps help us in our every day lives and show us how to find places that we have not been. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 29
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Types of Graphics Question 6 A map can be a drawing of a place. Maps are used in the workplace to help people find things quickly. Look at this map. It shows a city park. Use the map above to answer this question. Circle the Tennis Court. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 30
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Explanation When you are looking at a map, it will often have a key or box with pictures showing tips to help you find the information. The city park map did not include a key, but it did have pictures. These pictures are clues to items found in the park. The pictures of the tennis racquets show where the tennis court is located in the park. Maps use keys to show you the information quickly without taking up room or space on the map. Diagrams A Diagram is a drawing that usually shows how to put something together or do something. Diagrams are useful on the job to show or instruct you how to do something. This diagram is a Flowchart. A Flowchart shows a task with a series of steps. This flowchart shows the process of painting a room. Could you follow this diagram? Start at the top and follow the steps to the bottom. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 31
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Gauges and Dials Gauges and dials are used to show current information. In the workplace, you may need to read a gauge or dial to see if a machine is working correctly. A speedometer is a gauge that shows the speed that a car is going. Common types of gauges and dials that you may have seen are: Bathroom scales Clocks Appliance Dials Electric Meters Water Meters Temperature Thermometers On the job and at work, gauges and dials are very helpful in making equipment and machines run properly. Types of Graphics Question 7 Try reading this gauge. What information does this gauge show? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. How fast the car is going. When to change the oil. How may miles the car has been driven. Both how fast the car is going and how many miles the car has been driven. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 32
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Types of Graphics Question 8 Read the question and use the graph to answer this question. What is the percent of Biographies that ABC Bookstore carries? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. 10 percent 15 percent 30 percent 45 percent Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 33
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Explanation After looking at the pie chart, you can tell that ABC Bookstore carries all books. You can also see that the pie chart has four sections (or 4 pieces of pie), which equal 100 percent. To answer the question, find Biographies on the pie chart. Then read the percentage. Forty-five percent of the books ABC carries are biographies. Pie charts are easy to read and are used often in the workplace. Pie charts show parts, which added together, make 100% or a whole circle. Types of Graphics Question 9 Here is the Science and Engineering Degrees graph again. Study the graph and answer the question. Circle the country that had the least or fewest science and engineering degrees. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 34
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Explanation To answer the question, you needed to look at the bar graph to find the shortest bar on the graph. The UK had the fewest science and engineering degrees. A bar graph is an easy way to read information that is being compared. Types of Graphics Question 10 Look at the graph of Kaitlin s Craft Store again. Use the graph to find the information about the store s sales. How many scrapbook kits did the store sell on Thursday? Check the correct answer. A. 10 B. 15 C. 20 D. 30 Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 35
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Explanation Looking at the line graph of Kaitlin s Craft Store, you can follow the line to see that her sales went up and down during the week. To answer the question, you needed to find Thursday on the x-axis. Then move up to see the number of scrapbook kits sold that day. Kaitlin s Craft Store sold 20 scrapbook kits on Thursday. A line graph can help you see how information can change over time by seeing how the line moves up and down. Types of Graphics Question 11 Use this table to answer the question. Using the table, circle the tasks to be completed on Tuesday and Thursday. Hint: There are three tasks. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 36
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Explanation When you read a table, it is good to read from left to right. For this table, the task is listed on the left side of the table and the days of the week are on the right. In the previous problem, you needed to find which tasks needed to be completed on Tuesdays and Thursdays. First, look at the column for Tuesday and Thursday. Move down to see which tasks are listed for these two days. Your eyes can glance at the X s easily to see the days and tasks. The following tasks need to be completed on Tuesdays and Thursdays: clear out credit card machine, count out the register money and wipe down all tables. A table is used a lot in the workplace. A table organizes information and makes it easy to find. Types of Graphics Question 12 Look at this form and read each line carefully. Use the form to answer the question. This form might be used to: A. B. C. D. apply or register for school. order something from a catalog. sign up for a free drawing. apply for a job. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 37
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Explanation When you read a form, it is good to read each word or group of words so that you fill in the information asked. This form asks for basic information about a student. You can read the form to find clues to the purpose of the form. On this form, it asks for the grade the student will enter and whether they are a day student or boarding school. These are all clues that the form is used to gather information about a student for registration. On the job or at work, you will see many forms. Each form asks for different information. A form makes the information look neat and organized. Types of Graphics Question 13 This pie chart shows the money received by National Community College. Use this pie chart to answer the question. What percent of the money is received from donations? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. 30 percent 31 percent 32 percent 37 percent Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 38
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Type of Graphics Question 14 Look at the bar graph of internet connections. Study the graph to find the information. How many people have high speed internet in the United States? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. 8 million 11 million 15 million 21 million Type of Graphics Question 15 Use the High Speed Internet Connections bar graph again to answer this question. Which country has the highest number of people using high speed internet? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. U.S. Denmark Canada Japan Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 39
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Types of Graphics Question 16 Look at the line graph to find the information on student loans. How many loans were given in February? Check the correct answer. A. 5 B. 10 C. 15 D. 25 Types of Graphics Question 17 Use the diagram to answer the question. What does this scale measure? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Weigh Width Length Height Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 40
Level 2 -Types of Graphics Types of Graphics Summary It is important to be able to read graphs, charts, forms and gauges. Each type of graphic shows different information. The purpose of a graph or chart is to explain the information in a way that is simple but clear to understand. On the job or in the workplace, graphics show a snapshot of information. A graph can show a part of information within a whole (pie chart). A graph can also show changes over time (line graph). A graph can show how much or how little (bar graph). A chart or table can put information in order or in a list. Maps show a location or place where the information can be found. A gauge can show information that is currently happening (such as a speedometer or odometer). A great way to display any idea or information is through a chart or graph. Practice reading as many graphs as you can to help your skills on the job or at work. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 41
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Level 2 Locating Information Tools Used in Graphs You have learned the most common types of graphs in previous lessons. Each graph or chart has a different design and shape. The different designs and shapes are called tools (features). Tools are small pictures, colors, shapes or patterns to show items that are the same or alike on a graph or map. Tools help you read a graph or map. These colors, shapes or patterns help you locate information quickly. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 42
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Learning Objectives In this section, you will learn more about the tools or features that are used in graphs. These tools will help you read and understand graphs. You will learn common: Symbols and keys and Shapes and colors used in graphs. These tools show a small picture instead of words so you can tell what the graph is about. You can learn to read these tools in order to understand the idea or information being shown. Symbols and Keys in Graphs One tool that is used in graphs is a symbol. A symbol is a tool that shows a drawing or picture instead of using words. Look at the symbols on this graph. Can you tell what this symbol represents? The yellow ribbon is a symbol used to show U.S. troops from each state that represents our country overseas. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 43
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Tools Used in Graphs Question 1 Use this graph to answer the question. What do the yellow ribbons mean? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Ribbon stores Factory outlets U.S. troops overseas U.S. military bases Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 44
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Explanation Usually a graph will have a key that shows what the symbols or pictures mean. On this graph, the map key in the bottom right corner shows what the yellow ribbon symbol means. Always look for the graph key to help you understand what you are looking at. After looking at the map key, you can see that the yellow ribbon symbols are used to show the states with U.S. troops overseas. Symbols and Keys in Graphs Another way that a symbol can be used is to show a fact or idea. Sometimes, a symbol will be placed outside the graph or map as a tool to help you locate information quickly. Have you ever seen this symbol on a road map? This symbol shows the directions of North, South, East and West. It is used with maps and plans to show direction. This symbol is called a compass rose. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 45
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Tools in Graphs Question 2 Use the map and compass rose to answer this question. Which direction is North? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Up Down To the right To the left Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 46
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Explanation South is shown as pointing downward on the map. East is located on the right side of the map and West is located on the left side of the map. After looking at the map and compass rose, you can see that North is shown as pointing upward on the map. It is important to remember this when working with maps and plans. Shapes and Colors in Graphs Other tools used in graphs are shapes and colors. Shapes and colors are used a lot in Pie Charts and Bar Graphs. Using several shapes and colors on the same graph makes parts and sections stand out. When the shapes and colors stand out on the graph, you can separate the sections by sight. Look at this pie chart. Do you see the different colors within the circle? Different colors mean that the whole circle is really made up of smaller sections put together to equal the whole circle. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 47
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Tools Used in Graphs Question 3 Use the pie chart to answer this question. Circle the countries where the freshman class was 16 percent of enrollment. Hint: There are three countries. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 48
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Explanation For the previous question, you needed to look at the labels on the pie chart to see the percent amount by country. You could also look at the size of the piece of pie to determine which countries freshmen class enrollment was 16 percent. Canada, China and Russia had a freshmen class enrollment of 16 percent. Tools in Graphs Question 4 Read the question and use the graph to answer this question. What does the coffee cup symbol mean? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Where coffee is served. Where coffee is grown. Where coffee cups are made. Where coffee is sold. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 49
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Explanation To solve the previous problem, you needed to look at the clues provided on the map. First, look at the Title of the graph, South American Coffee Crops. Next, look at the key to see what the coffee cup symbol means. After studying the map, you can see that the coffee cup symbol shows where coffee is grown in South America. Tools Used in Graphs Question 5 Use the Freshman Class Listing pie chart again to answer this question. Using the pie chart, circle the color that represents China. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 50
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Explanation To answer the question, you needed to look at the key to see what color represents China. The color pink is used to show the freshman class percent for China on the pie chart. A key is often used to explain a person, place, thing or idea being shown on the graph. A key is a small drawing that explains without using a lot of text or words. Tools Used in Graphs Question 6 Use the pie chart to answer this question. Which book group is the smallest? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Biographies Self Help Mystery Kids Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 51
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Explanation Look at the pie chart to see which section is the smallest. You can visually see that the Kids group is the smallest section on the pie chart. You can also look at the pie chart labels to see which one has the smallest percent. Tools Used in Graphs Question 7 Use this graph to answer the question. What program does the color Yellow represent? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. College Fund Safe & Drug Free D.A.R.E. Donations Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 52
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Explanation In the previous problem, you needed to find which program was shown in yellow on the pie chart. Look at the key to see which program is shown in yellow on the pie chart. The D.A.R.E. program is shown in yellow on the pie chart. Tools Used in Graphs Question 8 Use this bar graph to answer the question. On the bar graph, circle the country with the lowest internet connections. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 53
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Explanation To solve the previous problem, you needed to look at the bar graph for the smallest bar on the graph. The smallest bar on the graph is Denmark. Tools Used in Graphs Question 9 Use the graph to answer the question. What color is the U.S.? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Blue Yellow Red Green Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 54
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Tools Used in Graphs Question 10 Use the graph to answer the question. Which direction is West? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Up Down Right Left Tools Used in Graphs Question 11 Use the graph to answer the question. Which country is shown on the graph in dark blue? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Mexico Britain Canada Russia Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 55
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Tools Used in Graphs Question 12 Use the graph to answer the question. How many tent camping areas are shown on this map? Check the correct answer. A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4 Tools Used in Graphs Question 13 Use the graph to answer the question. How many sections are there on this pie chart? Check the correct answer. A. 3 B. 4 C. 5 D. 6 Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 56
Level 2 - Tools Used in Graphs Tools Used in Graphs Summary Tools are features in a graph, chart or map that help you read it at a glance. Common tools are: Symbols, Keys, Shapes and size and Colors and patterns. Tools are good ways to explain what the graph is about. Instead of writing the words, small pictures are used to make the graph easier to read. Symbols, keys, patterns and colors are tools to give you a quick understanding and to make a graph easier to locate information. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 57
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Level 2 Locating Information Creating Graphs You have been learning about the different types of graphs: Pie Charts Bar Graphs Line Graphs Tables Forms Maps Gauges and Dials Have you ever wanted to make your own graph? This section will help you do just that. One of the ways to understand a graph or chart is to create one from the text or sentences that describe the idea. In the following pages, you will take several items or groups and arrange them into a graph or chart. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 58
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Learning Objectives In this section, you will learn to create graphs using information provided. You will learn to create: Pie charts, Bar graphs, Line graphs and Tables. You will be able to take basic information and decide what type of graph to show it in. Creating a Pie Chart A Pie Chart is a circle that is used to show parts of a whole. All of the parts or pieces of the pie added together equal the whole circle or pie. Example: The parts of this pie graph will be different color of roses. Suppose you have 10 roses. All 10 roses make up the whole circle. Seven of the roses are red, while three of the roses are yellow. The roses can be shown in the shape of a circle or pie chart. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 59
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Creating Graphs Question 1 Use this graph to answer the question. Choose the best text that explains the pie chart. Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. There are 7 yellow roses and 3 red roses. There are 3 yellow roses and 7 red roses. There are 4 yellow roses and 6 red roses. There are 10 red roses. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 60
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Explanation The red section shows red roses, and the yellow section shows yellow roses. Are there more red roses than yellow roses? Yes, you can tell that the red area is larger. It is the same as showing 7 red roses. The yellow area shows 3 yellow roses. Creating a Bar Graph A Bar Graph uses rectangles or bars to show the value of things such as how much or how little. Example: Suppose you still have 10 roses. Seven are red and three are yellow. To create a bar graph using this information, put the numbers 0 to 8 going up the left side (y-axis) of the bar graph. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 61
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Creating a Bar Graph Next, across the bottom (x-axis) draw two rectangles or bars. The first bar needs to go up to the number 7. At the bottom of this rectangle or bar, put the words, Red Roses. The second bar needs to go up to the number 3. At the bottom of this rectangle or bar, put the words, Yellow Roses. Creating Graphs Question 2 Use the bar graph to answer this question. Which of the bars shows the most? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Green Trucks Green Cars Blue Trucks Blue Cars Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 62
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Creating a Line Graph A line graph uses an up and down or side to side line to show change over time. A line graph is a good way to show how information can keep going but may change also. We are going to create a Line graph showing Student Loans for the months of January through May. Data points: January = 3, February = 7, March = 4, April = 6, May = 10. Just like the Bar graph, we need to set up the X-axis and Y-axis. List the numbers 0 through 10 on the Y-axis (left side) of the graph. Next, list the months January through May on the X-axis (bottom) of the graph. Next, place the Data Points on the line graph. Data points: January = 3, February = 7, March = 4, April = 6, May = 10. Find January on the X-axis and move up until you get to 3 and place a point on the graph. Continue until all data points have been marked on the graph. Next, draw a line from one point to the next. You have now created a line graph! Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 63
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Creating a Line Graph Question 3 Place the data points on this line graph. Data points: June = 2, July = 6, August = 8, September = 10. Draw a point on the graph where each data point should be. Data points: June = 2 July = 6 August = 8 September = 10 Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 64
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Creating a Table A Table is form of a graph that is used to put information in order. Sometimes a table lists names or things in alphabetical order so that it is easy to read. It is easier to read a table than to read words in sentences or phrases. Look at this example. The class is listed by boys and girls in alphabetical order. The purpose of a table is to make the information: Easier to read Organized in order Shorter to read Creating Graphs Question 4 When you are reading a table at work, you will need to understand the information that is being listed. Think about the items or things in the table and try to think of a category or group that they would fit into. What do you think the table is trying to list or put in order? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Employees Supplies Students Grades Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 65
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Creating Graphs Question 5 Read the question and use the graph to answer the question. Circle the largest section of the pie chart. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 66
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Explanation To solve the previous problem, you needed to look at the pie chart to see which section was the largest. The black section was the largest in the pie chart. Therefore, more Black birds were seen than Red and Blue. Creating Graphs Question 6 Read the information below, and then use the graph to answer the question. There are 10 pairs of pants to ship out to another retail store. Seven of them are white and 3 of them are blue. Circle the bar on the graph that shows the 7 pairs of white pants. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 67
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Explanation To answer the question, you needed to find the number 7 on the y-axis, and then move to the right until you found a bar at that level. You could also look at the bar graph and see that the 7 white pants were shown with a white bar. However, graphs do not always use coordinating colors. The bar at the 7 level shows the 7 white pants. Creating Graphs Question 7 Read the information below. Use the line graph to answer the question. Student Loans January = 3 February = 7 March = 4 April = 6 May = 10 What data point is missing on the line graph? Check the correct answer. A. January = 3 B. February = 7 C. March = 4 D. April = 6 Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 68
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Explanation Look at each data point on the line graph to see which month label and point is not on the line graph. Through process of elimination, you can see that the 4 Student Loans in the month of March are not shown on the line graph. Creating Graphs Question 8 Use the pie chart to answer the question. Which text best explains the pie chart? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Truck sales are 25 percent. Car sales are 41 percent. SUV sales are 35 percent. Car sales are higher than trucks and SUV s. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 69
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Explanation In the previous problem, you needed to find the text that best explained the pie chart. To solve the problem, you needed to read each statement to see if it fit the pie chart. Truck sales are 25 percent. This is true, but read the other statements to see if another one best explains the pie chart. Car sales are 41 percent. This is true also, but read the other statements to see if another one best explains the pie chart. SUV sales are 35 percent. This is also true, but read the last statement to see if it best explains the pie chart. Car sales are higher than trucks and SUV s. While the others are true, this statement best explains the pie chart because it gives a complete explanation of the chart. Creating Graphs Question 9 Read the information below, and then answer the question. Class Schedule: Jack Jones, History 101 Amanda Patterson, Music 110 Damon Hixson, Math 310 Kathy Kelly, English 201 Lashell Campbell, Art 210 Daniel Cook, Math 210 What type of graph would you use to show this information? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Pie chart Bar graph Line graph Table Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 70
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Explanation To solve the previous problem, you needed to look at the information and decide what type of graph to show the information. The information is a list showing class schedules for several students. It should be organized in a Table. It would be even better to organize the information in alphabetical order. Creating Graphs Question 10 Use the graph to answer the question. Which color on the bar graph shows 6 birds? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Black Blue Red Green Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 71
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Creating Graphs Question 11 Use the pie chart to answer the question. What text best explains the pie chart? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. There are 7 black trucks and 3 silver trucks. There are 7 silver trucks and 3 blue trucks. There are 7 blue trucks and 3 silver trucks. There are 7 red trucks and 3 silver trucks. Creating Graphs Question 12 Use the line graph to answer the question. Which month and data point is missing from this line graph? Check the correct answer. A. June = 2 B. July = 6 C. August = 8 D. September = 10 Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 72
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Creating Graphs Question 13 Use the table to answer the question. How many home games will North Carolina State have? Check the correct answer. A. 3 B. 4 C. 5 D. 6 Creating Graphs Question 14 Select the best answer to the question. When you create a table, you should: A. B. C. D. write words in sentences. make it as long as you can. put words in a group. group words into phrases. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 73
Level 2 - Creating Graphs Creating Graphs Summary Graphs and charts show information in an easy to read manner. You can create graphs and tables when you understand how they are made. When you see a picture or drawing in graphic form, you can read the information quickly. On the job, you can create a graph to help you with a task you are in charge of doing. After practicing with the graphs, you can see that looking at the colorful shapes and their size are very helpful in locating the information. Now you can see that words in a group make the information easier to see and locate if organized in a table. Sentences can be shortened and put into a table. Making the information shorter and easier to locate helps the reader. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 74
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Level 2 Locating Information Using Different Graphs By now, you have seen some the most common types of graphs used on the job. You have learned about the tools that are used to read graphs such as symbols, patterns and keys. Understanding how graphs are made is a good way to learn to use them. But how do you know when to use a certain type of graph? Do you know when a pie graph should be used? Would you know when to use a line graph or a table? Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 75
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Learning Objectives In this section, you will learn when to use different graphs. You will learn what graph to use when: Making a comparison, Showing a change, Organizing information, Showing a process, Showing how much or how little and Showing type or kind of something As you have already learned, graphs and charts show information by using pictures or a drawing. Each graph is trying to show you something. Using Different Graphs If a graph is comparing or showing a difference, you can use these graphs: Pie chart Bar graph Table The information in this example is comparing the same information in three different graphs. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 76
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Using Different Graphs Question 1 A Pie chart can show different parts in a whole. It compares information. When should you use a pie chart? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. To show different types of cars on a car lot To compare car sales during the past six months To show the names of students in a class To show location of U.S. military bases Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 77
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Explanation To answer the previous question, you needed to look at each option: To show different types of cars on a car lot - You can use a pie chart to show the different types of cars on a car lot. To compare car sales during the past six months - This would involve change over time. You would use a line graph to show this information. To show the names of students in a class - You would use a table to show this information. To show location of U.S. military bases - You would show this information on a map or table. Using Different Graphs Question 2 A Bar graph can show a comparison or the difference between amounts. A bar graph could be used best to show: A. B. C. D. different kinds of candy in a bag. how much more it rains in June than July and August. list of names in alphabetical order. grocery store locations within a city. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 78
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Explanation To answer the previous question, you needed to look at each option: different kinds of candy in a bag. This information would best be shown in a table or pie chart. how much more it rains in June than July and August. A bar graph would show the difference in rain levels for June, July and August. list of names in alphabetical order. This information would be best shown in a table. grocery store locations within a city. This information would be best shown on a map or table. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 79
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Using Line Graphs A Line graph uses an up and down or side to side line to show change over time. A line graph is a good way to show how information can keep going but may change also. Look at this line graph. Kaitlin s Craft Store sells Scrapbook Kits. Look how the line shows her Weekly Sales. Using Different Graphs Question 3 Now see if you can tell when to use a line graph. A line graph could be used best to show: A. B. C. D. different kinds of meats at a deli. snowfall levels during winter. list of customers in alphabetical order. quarterly sales increases and decreases. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 80
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Explanation To answer the previous question, you needed to look at each option: different kinds of meats at a deli. This information would best be shown in a table or pie chart. snowfall levels during winter. A bar graph would show the difference in snowfall levels best. list of customers in alphabetical order. This information would be best shown in a table. quarterly sales increases and decreases. A line graph would best show the quarterly sales ups and downs. Using Tables and Charts A Table or Chart organizes information in rows and columns that are easy to read and follow. A table can show different types or parts of something. A table is information in the form of a list. On the job, a table can look like a checklist or list of tasks to be done. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 81
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Using Different Graphs Question 4 Now see if you can tell when to use a table. A table could be used best to show: A. B. C. D. change in sales commission. internet use by country. opening cash register procedures. quarterly sales increases and decreases. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 82
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Explanation To solve the previous problem, you needed to look at each option: change in sales commission. This information would best be shown in a line graph. internet use by country. A bar graph would show the difference in internet usage levels best. opening cash register procedures. A table or chart would make the procedures easier to follow. quarterly sales increases and decreases. This information would best be shown in a line graph. Using Forms A type of graph or table that asks you to provide information is called a Form. A form is a good way to gather and organize information. Here is an example of a form. If you are placing an order, a form can help you locate size or color information. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 83
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Using Different Graphs Question 5 What type of graph lists information in a category or an order? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Pie chart Bar graph Line graph Table Using Different Graphs Question 6 Try another practice problem. A bar graph could be used best to show: A. B. C. D. technology exports to other countries. different types of books in a bookstore. list of names in alphabetical order. grocery store locations within a city. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 84
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Explanation To solve the previous problem, you needed to look at each option: technology exports to other countries. A bar graph would show the difference in technology exports to other countries. different types of books in a bookstore. This information would best be shown in a table or pie chart. list of names in alphabetical order. This information would be best shown in a table. grocery store locations within a city. This information would be best shown on a map or table. Using Different Graphs Question 7 Here is another practice problem. If you need to gather employee information, what type of graph would you use? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Pie chart Line graph Form Diagram Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 85
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Using Different Graphs Question 8 Try another practice problem. What type of graph would you use for a recipe? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Table Line graph Bar graph Diagram Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 86
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Explanation A recipe is directions that you follow to make something. Just like you follow directions at work to complete a task. The best way to show directions is to put them in a checklist or table. Using Different Graphs Question 9 Try another practice problem. What type of graph would you use to show a patient s temperature over a period of time? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Pie chart Diagram Bar graph Line graph Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 87
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Explanation A line graph is used to show change in something over a period of time. You could put the information in a table or chart, but you would not see the increases and decreases. The best way to track a patient s temperature is to put it in a line graph. Using Different Graphs Question 10 Use the graph to answer the question. What is this pie chart showing? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Showing a change in something Comparing something Showing circles Organizing something Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 88
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Using Different Graphs Question 11 Use the graph to answer the question. What does this bar graph tell you? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. The U.S. has more science and engineering degrees than Germany and the UK. The UK has more science and engineering degrees than Germany and the U.S.. Germany has the fewest science and engineering degrees. A lot of people have science and engineering degrees. Using Different Graphs Question 12 Select the best answer to the question. What kind of graph would you use to list the names of students in a class? Check the correct answer. A. B. Pie chart Bar graph C. D. Line graph Table Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 89
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Using Different Graphs Question 13 Use the graph to answer the question. What type of graph is a Credit Application? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Diagram Table Form Chart Using Different Graphs Question 14 Use the graph to answer the question. What type of graph would you use to show the steps for operating a machine? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Pie chart Line graph Bar graph Table Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 90
Level 2 - Using Different Graphs Using Different Graphs Summary It is good to know when to use different types of graphs. On the job, you may be asked to create a graph to show information. In this lesson, you learned what graph to use when making a comparison, showing a change, organizing information, showing a process, how much or how little of something and what type or kind of something. Understanding how graphs are made is a good way to learn to use them. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 91
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Level 2 Locating Information Purpose of Graphs The purpose of graphs is to show information quickly and easily. A graph uses pictures or drawings in a circle or square shape so that your mind can see an image and remember it. When reading a graph, you must find the purpose or reason for the graph by looking at the clues in the graph. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 92
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Learning Objectives In this lesson, you will learn how to look at or study a graph and tell the purpose or reason for the graph. You will learn to: Identify the type of graph, Read the title, headings and labels for clues and Read the x-axis and y-axis to see what is being measured. Identify the purpose of the graphic. Purpose of Graphs The first step in finding the purpose of a graph is to identify the type of graph. In previous lessons, you learned how to look at a graph and identify the type. Pie chart shows different parts in a whole. It compares information. Bar graph shows a comparison or the difference between amounts. Line graph uses an up and down or side to side line to show change over time. Table or Chart organizes information in rows and columns that are easy to read and follow. A table can show different types or parts of something. Form is a good way to gather and organize information. Maps, Plans and Diagrams shows a picture that gives directions or instructions. Gauges and Dials are used to read measurements or processes in real time. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 93
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Purpose of Graphs Question 1 Refresh your memory on identifying graphs. What does a line graph show? Check to select the best answer to the question. A. B. C. D. How something changes over time. Organizes information in an order. Show parts of a whole. Show a picture of a process or task. Purpose of Graphs Once you have identified the type of graph, you need to look for clues within the graph to see the purpose. Look at the title, subtitle, headings and labels for clues to the purpose of the graph. Purpose of Graph Question 2 Try to find the clues in this graph. Circle the clues that are in this line graph. Hint: there are three clues in this graph. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 94
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Explanation The clues in the line graph were: Title Quarterly Sales 2006 Labels Quarter and Thousands Purpose of Graphs Question 3 You now know the title and labels on the line graph. Now look at the x-axis and y-axis to see what is being measured. What is being measured on the x-axis? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Sales 1st Quarter Profit Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 95
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Purpose of Graphs Question 4 Now see if you can tell what is on the y-axis. Circle what the y-axis is measuring. Purpose of Graphs Question 5 You have identified the title and labels and what the line graph is measuring. Now you can identify the purpose of the line graph. What is the purpose of this line graph? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. To show the first quarter sales. To show the second quarter sales. To show the third quarter sales. D. To show the quarterly sales for the year 2006. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 96
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Explanation When trying to identify the purpose of graphs, follow these steps: Identify the type of graph, Read the title, headings and labels for clues and Read the x-axis and y-axis to see what is being measured. Purpose of Graphs Question 6 Use the graph to answer the question. What is the purpose of this pie chart? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. To show the used cars on the car lot. To show the types of cars on the car lot. To show the different colors of cars on the car lot. To show the cars sold on the car lot. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 97
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Explanation To solve the previous problem, you needed to look at each clue in the pie chart: Title Parker s Car Lot Key Shows different types of cars on the lot Labels Show the percent of each type of car on the lot Using the clues in the pie chart, you can see that the chart is showing the types of cars on Parker s Car Lot. Purpose of Graphs Question 7 Use the graph to answer the question. What is the purpose of this bar graph? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. To show the total rainfall amounts. To show the rainfall amounts for the months of July, August and September. To show the total rainfall during the Spring. To show the rainfall amounts for June, July and August. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 98
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Explanation To solve the previous problem, you needed to look at the clues in the graph: Title Rainfall Labels Months and Inches By looking at the clues in the bar graph, you can see that the chart is comparing the rainfall for the months of June, July and August. Purpose of Graphs 8 Here is another practice problem. What is the purpose of this line graph? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. To show the monthly scrapbook kit sales. To show the quarterly scrapbook kit sales. To show the weekly scrapbook kit sales. To show annual scrapbook kit sales. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 99
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Explanation To solve the previous problem, you needed to look at the clues in the line graph: Title Kaitlin s Scrapbook Kits Subtitle Weekly Sales X-axis Days of the week Y-axis numbers sold each day By looking at the clues in the line graph, you can see that the graph is showing the weekly scrapbook kit sales. Purpose of Graphs Question 9 Try another practice problem. What is the purpose of this form? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Order Form Personal Information Form Size Form Catalog Order Form Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 100
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Explanation To solve the previous problem, you needed to look at the clues on the form: Title Order Form Requested Information Item #, Size, Color and Description By looking at the clues on the form, you can see that the form is an Order Form. Purpose of Graphs Question 10 Here is another practice problem. What is the purpose of this table? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. To show tasks to be completed daily at the café. To show tasks to be completed monthly at the café. To show tasks to be completed nightly at the café. To show tasks to be completed weekly at the café. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 101
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Explanation To solve the previous problem, you needed to look at the clues on the table: Title Café Checklist Column Headings Tasks to be completed and days of the week. By looking at the clues on the table, you can see that the table is a checklist of tasks to be completed during the week. Purpose of Graphs Question 11 Use the graph to answer the question. What is the purpose of this graph? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. To show the time the patient s temperature was taken. To show what the patient s temperature should be. To track the patient s temperature. To show the time to take the patient s temperature. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 102
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Purpose of Graphs Question 12 Use the graph to answer the question. What is the purpose of this graph? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. To show the opening cash register process. To show the steps that have been completed. To show you how to put your drawer in the cash register. To show how to type your employee number into the register. Purpose of Graphs Question 13 Use the graph to answer the question. What is the purpose of this graph? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Personal Information Form Employer Information Form Application for Employment Credit Application Form Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 103
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Purpose of Graphs Question 14 Use the graph to answer the question. What is the purpose of this graph? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. To show books sold at the bookstore. To show the types of books at ABC Bookstore. To show books that need to be ordered. To show books that can be ordered at the ABC Bookstore. Purpose of Graphs Question 15 Use the graph to answer the question. What is the purpose of this graph? Check the correct answer. A. B. C. D. Application for Employment Form Personal Information Form Credit Application Form School Registration Form Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 104
Level 2 - Purpose of Graphs Purpose of Graphs Summary When trying to read or understand a graph use the following steps: Identify the type of graph, Read the title, headings and labels for clues and Read the x-axis and y-axis to see what is being measured. The purpose of graphs is to show facts or an idea in a picture view that makes it easier and quicker to understand. Being able to read and understand graphs is a great way to locate and learn information on the job. Copyright 2010, SAI Interactive, Inc. For use only by KeyTrain licensed users. Page 105