Final Answer:
The bar graph should show bars for each day with heights matching the number of dozens of hot dogs sold:
- Monday: 7 bars (since 84 ÷ 12 = 7)
- Tuesday: 5 bars (60 ÷ 12 = 5)
- Wednesday: 1 bar (12 ÷ 12 = 1)
- Thursday: 6 bars (72 ÷ 12 = 6)
- Friday: 3 bars (36 ÷ 12 = 3)
- Saturday: 4 bars (48 ÷ 12 = 4)
- Sunday: 2 bars (24 ÷ 12 = 2)
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Explanation:
Let’s go step by step so you don’t get confused.
1. The graph is showing “Dozens of Hot Dogs Sold,” not the actual number of hot dogs.
- That means if 84 hot dogs were sold on Monday, you need to divide that by 12 to find how many dozens that is.
- 84 ÷ 12 = 7 → So Monday’s bar should be 7 units high.
2. Do the same for every day:
- Tuesday: 60 ÷ 12 = 5 → Bar height = 5
- Wednesday: 12 ÷ 12 = 1 → Bar height = 1
- Thursday: 72 ÷ 12 = 6 → Bar height = 6
- Friday: 36 ÷ 12 = 3 → Bar height = 3
- Saturday: 48 ÷ 12 = 4 → Bar height = 4
- Sunday: 24 ÷ 12 = 2 → Bar height = 2
3. Now just draw a bar for each day that matches those heights on the graph.
You’re not drawing 84 hot dogs — you’re drawing 7 dozens. That’s why we divide by 12.
It’s like saying: “If I have 84 candies and put them in boxes of 12, how many boxes do I have?” → 7 boxes. Same idea!
Just match the numbers to the grid and draw the bars. Easy!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of 6th grade graphing worksheet.
