Ontario K–8 curriculum · Glossary

shape of data

Definition

The "shape of data" describes the overall look of a graph that shows how a set of numbers is spread out, like if it's tall in the middle or spread evenly.

shape of data is a term used in Ontario’s Kindergarten to Grade 8 curriculum.

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