Robert Monge
Instruction Librarian
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Bar Graph (Column Chart)
Definition: A graph that uses vertical or horizontal bars to represent the values of different categories. The length of each bar is proportional to the value it represents.
When to Use Bar Graph: Use bar graphs to compare the values of different categories. They're excellent for showing differences in quantities, frequencies, or scores. They can handle more categories than pie charts.
Video: How-To Create a Bar Graph (Bar Chart) in Google Sheets (Close Captioned 4:15)
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