Working with data (Edexcel GCSE Geography A): Flashcards
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Scattergraph limitation
Scattergraph limitation
Can't show connections between more than 2 variables
Pie chart limitation
Pie chart limitation
Problematic with many small segments - hard to interpret
Choropleth map limitation
Choropleth map limitation
Conceals variations within areas, creates artificial boundaries
Triangular graph limitation
Triangular graph limitation
Can only display data converted to percentages
Bar graph limitation
Bar graph limitation
Can't show relationships between different categories
Cross-sectional diagram limitation
Cross-sectional diagram limitation
Only captures snapshot at one moment, misses temporal changes
Discrete data definition
Discrete data definition
Categories & classifications (e.g. rock types, veg zones)
Continuous data definition
Continuous data definition
Measurements that can take any value (e.g. temp, wave height)
When line graphs are suitable
When line graphs are suitable
For continuous data when time is one of the variables
First step of systematic data analysis
First step of systematic data analysis
Describe what you observe - patterns, features, anomalies
Assessment definition
Assessment definition
Identifying which factors had most significant impact on results
Evaluation definition
Evaluation definition
Judging value/success of investigation methods & findings
What conclusions should return to
What conclusions should return to
Original research question or hypothesis
Why use specific figures in analysis
Why use specific figures in analysis
Strengthens credibility, demonstrates analytical precision