Rules for drawing graphs

Rules for drawing graphs 

 Ø  Graphs must be done on graph paper using only a pencil.

 Ø  All writing on graph paper must be done in script.

 Ø  Pencil should be pointed so that lines drawn are thin and accurately placed.

 Ø  All graphs must have a title eg. Bar graph showing________________

 Ø  Each axis must be appropriately labelled with graduations, what these graduations represent  as well as the related units.

 Ø  The scale of each axis must be clearly placed on the graph paper.

 Ø  When needed symbols to be used to identify strategic points must include `+’ (a cross not an` x’),● (a dot), (a dot with a surrounding circle)

 Ø  Broken or unbroken lines can be used to differentiate graphs on the same graph paper. 

 Ø  If a key is necessary, one must be included.

When plotting a graph the:-  independent variable goes on the horizontal axis  dependent variable goes on the vertical axis