Graphing: Line Graphs

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Graphing Line Graphs

• A line graph is used to display data that show
  how the dependent variable changes in response to
  independent variable.
• The graph must have
• The independent variable on the x axis. The
  dependent variable on the y axis.
• x (horizontal) and y (vertical) axis labeled
  clearly.
• Proper units labeled (meters, liters, etc.).
• a title.
• lines colored or patterned.
• dots connected by lines.

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Your Assignment

• You must make a line graph using the data below.
  Be sure to follow the guidelines on the front of
  this sheet.

Time running Calories burned
15 90
30 180
45 270
60 360
75 450