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  • Dot Plot
    A visual display using dots above a number line to represent individual values in a quantitative dataset.
  • Number Line
    A horizontal axis used as a base for plotting values, allowing clear visualization of data distribution.
  • Quantitative Data
    Numerical information that can be measured or counted, suitable for graphical representation.
  • Dataset
    A collection of related numerical values, often analyzed or visualized to identify patterns.
  • Stacked Dots
    A method of placing multiple dots vertically above the same value to indicate repeated occurrences.
  • Trend
    A general direction or pattern observed in data, often revealed through visual displays.
  • Value
    A specific numerical entry in a dataset, represented as a dot in a dot plot.
  • Comparison
    The process of evaluating differences or similarities between data points or groups using visual tools.
  • Data Analysis
    The practice of examining and interpreting data to answer questions or identify insights.
  • Table
    An organized arrangement of data, often used as a source for constructing visual representations.
  • Histogram
    A graphical display of data using bars, similar to dot plots but less precise for individual values.
  • Distribution
    The spread of data values across a range, often visualized to understand frequency and patterns.
  • Frequency
    The count of how often a particular value appears in a dataset, shown by the number of dots.
  • Visual Representation
    A graphical method for displaying data, making patterns and specific values easier to interpret.
  • Pet Count
    A specific example of quantitative data, used to illustrate dot plot construction and interpretation.