Representing data about human height
I can use averages to create a line graph to show growth rates in humans.
Representing data about human height
I can use averages to create a line graph to show growth rates in humans.
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Key learning points
- Humans grow continuously and at changing rates from birth until the end of puberty.
- Averages can be used to help us analyse large data sets.
- Human height can be measured and plotted on a line graph to show growth over time.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that humans either grow at a steady rate throughout their lives or only grow on milestones such as their birthdays.
When children have completed their line graphs showing human height data, discuss the growth rate over time.
Keywords
Data - Data is information collected during an investigation. It may be numbers, symbols, pictures or text.
Average - An average is a number that is calculated by adding amounts together and then dividing the total by the number of quantities.
Line graph - A line graph is a type of diagram that can be used to show how something changes over time.
Plot - To plot a mark or line on a graph means to use the axes to put it in the correct place.
Equipment
Squared and graph paper, pencils, rulers, calculators (optional).
Content guidance
- Contains subject matter which individuals may find upsetting.
Supervision
Adult supervision suggested.
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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