Question

Consider the following graph, which details the population of a city over time.
A line graph titled Population (thousands) has year on the x-axis and number on the y-axis. The points are connected by a line that gradually increases.
What aspect of the graph is likely being emphasized by the choice of graph style, choice of scale, and so on?
a.
the sharp differences between individual data points
b.
the disjoint nature of the data collected
c.
the strong distinction between each year’s data
d.
the extended, continual growth of the population



Please select the best answer from the choices provided


A
B
C
D

Answer 1

D

A connected line graph emphasizes the ongoing trend (continuous growth) over time, not sharp differences or disjoint yearly values.