Instructions
Complete the following exercises to practice your understanding of pie graphs and data interpretation. Answer questions in the space provided, using complete sentences where needed.
Question 1: A pie chart shows the favorite sports of students in a school. The chart is divided into three sections: Soccer (40%), Basketball (30%), and Tennis (30%).
What is the most popular sport according to the pie chart?
Question 2: A pie chart represents how a student spends their free time. The chart shows the following: Reading (20%), Gaming (15%), and Sports (25%). The remaining sections represent "Other" activities.
What is the total percentage for "Other" activities?
Question 3: Create your own simple pie chart in the space below. Choose a topic (e.g., favorite subjects, ways to travel to school, etc.) and divide it into three or four categories. Write your categories and the percentage for each. Then, describe how you would draw the pie chart based on these percentages.
Question 4: Pie charts can be misleading if not created properly. What are two important things to remember when creating or interpreting a pie chart to ensure it is accurate and fair?