A line plot is a graph that shows data points along a number line. Each X represents one data value.
Fractional line plots use number lines with fractions (like 0, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 1).
To read: count the X marks above each value.
Scaled Graphs • Topic 2 of 2
Line Plots with Fractional Units
Solved Examples
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Worked Example
Plot: 2 1/4, 2 1/2, 2 1/4, 2 3/4. How many X marks at 2 1/4?
Solution2 leaves were 2 1/4 inches. 2 X marks at 2 1/4.
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Worked Example
Which fractional length appears most?
SolutionThe value with the most X marks above it is the mode (most common value).
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Worked Example
How many measurements are above 1 1/2?
SolutionCount all X marks to the right of 1 1/2 on the number line.
Key Points
- Each X on a line plot = one data point.
- Count X marks above a value to find its frequency.
- The value with the most X marks is the mode.
Quick Check — 4 MCQs
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Q1.A line plot shows data using ___ above a number line.
Explanation: X marks.
Q2.Each X stands for:
Explanation: One value.
Q3.A line plot can use fractions like:
Explanation: Fractions allowed.
Q4.The value with the most Xs is the:
Explanation: Most common.