Year 10 - Maths
Checking understanding of pie charts
Comparisons of numerical summaries of data
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will compare two different data sets and compare different measures of central tendancy when interpreting the data. Pupils will learn to interrogate frequency tables and stem and leaf diagrams both with and without technology.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to construct and interpret pie charts.
Key Notes
- Certain data is suitable for a pie chart.
- The shape of the chart can be estimated from the data.
- For larger data sets, technology can make constructing charts quicker.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Sector: A sector is the region formed between two radii and their connecting arc.
- Pie chart: A pie chart (pie graph) is a circular graph where sectors represent different groups proportionally.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- A bigger sector on one pie chart compared to another means a larger frequency.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.
Certain data is suitable for a pie chart. The shape of the chart can be estimated from the data.
2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Sector'
A sector is the region formed between two radii and their connecting arc. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.
3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.
Mistake: A bigger sector on one pie chart compared to another means a larger frequency. Correction: Pie charts show proportion, but tell nothing about frequency. The total frequency of one pie chart could be significantly larger or smaller than the other pie chart.
More Lessons In This Unit
- Calculating summary statistics from a grouped frequency table Study Guide
- Calculating summary statistics from stem and leaf diagrams Study Guide
- Calculating the mean from a grouped frequency table Study Guide
- Checking understanding composite and bar-line charts Study Guide
- Checking understanding of bar charts and pictograms Study Guide
- Checking understanding of measures of central tendency Study Guide
- Checking understanding of summary statistics from a frequency table Study Guide
- Checking understanding of summary statistics from a list Study Guide
- Comparing data sets in context Study Guide
- Comparing various representations of data sets Study Guide
- Constructing stem and leaf diagrams Study Guide
- Problem solving with comparisons of numerical data Study Guide
- Statistical summaries using technology Study Guide
- Weighted means Study Guide
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