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Interpreting Information Presented in a Pie Graph

EN8SS-IIe-1.2: Explain visual-verbal relationships illustrated in tables, graphs, and information
maps found in expository texts.
Let Us Learn!
Are you ready for the next lesson? Before we start, here are the things you are about to
do in this lesson. You are expected to:
1. interpret information from a pie graph;
2. construct a pie graph; and
3. value the essence of spending wisely.

Let Us Try!
In the past, you may have encountered pie graphs in the news, articles, books,
etcetera. Let us try to assess your previous knowledge about it. Look at the pie
graph below. Examine the information presented in the pie graph. Analyze by answering
the corresponding questions.

Preference of internet access of users (aged 16+) at home

and in other places

On a
desktop
comput Others On a On a Smartphone
er 4% Smartp
14% On a laptop
hone
33% On a tablet
On a desktop computer
On a Others
tablet
19%

On a
laptop
30%

1. How many main devices are used to access the internet?

2. What device is most preferable to access the internet?

3. What device is least preferable in accessing the internet?

4. Based on the graph, is there any other device to use in accessing the internet?

5. What’s the difference (in percentage) between the users’ preference in accessing the
internet using a smartphone and a laptop?

The graph above shows the results of a survey in which people aged sixteen and over were
asked about their preferred devices for accessing the internet. The question referred to going
 online at home and in other places. The participants mentioned four main devices in their
answers: a smartphone, a laptop, a tablet, and a desktop computer.
From the pie graph, it is clear that the majority of the participants prefer to use
smartphones and laptops, with just three percent difference between the two. Nearly a third
of participants prefer to go online with a smartphone. Thirty percent like to use a laptop. A
desktop computer accounts for fourteen percent of users’ preferred devices. Only a small
minority prefer a device other than these main four.

Let Us Study Now!

Now that you have refreshed your previous knowledge about pie graphs, let us
discuss. What is a pie graph? What is it used for? Read the selection below.

What is a pie chart?

A pie chart is a type of graph that displays data in a circular graph. The pieces of the
graph are proportional to the fraction of the whole in each category. In other words, each slice of
the pie is relative to the size of that category in the group as a whole. The entire pie represents
100 percent of a whole, while the pie “slices” represent portions of a whole.

How Much Water Do We Use?

Others
5% Shower
Leaks 17%
14%

Clothes
Washer Toilet
22% 27%

Faucet
16%

Shower Toilet Faucet

Clothes Washer Leaks Others

The pie chart above shows water usage. As you can see, toilet water usage is the greatest
as shown in the slice that is relative to the data being presented in the pie.

It is not so hard, isn’t it? You just have to get the data presented in the pie and interpret it
by answering corresponding questions or by writing paragraphs.

Let Us Practice!
Are you ready for some exercises? Presented in the pie graph below is John’s favorite type
of movie. Analyze the data presented by answering the corresponding questions.

John's Favorite Type of Movie

Drama
5% Sci Fi
20%
Sci Fi
Comedy
Romance
Action
30%
Romance
Comedy Drama
20%

Action
25%

1.
How many types of movie does John watch?

2. What is John’s most favorite type of movie?

3. Which one is his least favorite?

4. If John is to choose whether action or comedy, what do you think will he prefer to watch?

5. What types of movie does he equally prefer to watch?

Let Us Practice More!

Did you get the concept? Let’s have another pie graph to analyze. Earlier, you were
able to analyze John’s favorite type of movie. This time analyze another graph
about the expenses of an average Filipino family. Afterwards, answer the corresponding
questions.

Expenses of an Average Filipino Family

Education
21%

Food Food
35%
Clothing
Shelter
Recreation
Medicine
5%
Recreation
Education

Medicine
12%

Shelter Clothing
12% 15%
 1. Among how many items are the expenses of an average Filipino family?

2. Which of these expenses receives the largest share? Which one receives the least?

3. What two items receive the same share of expenses?

4. What does this show you about the priorities in an average Filipino family?

5. How would the poor and well-to-do itemize their expenses?

Let Us Remember!
While there are other types of graphs, you must remember the specific purpose of
using pie graphs. It is important to remember that pie graphs are useful only for
comparing proportions, that is looking at parts of a whole. If you are interested on other aspects
such as trends or frequencies, then other types of graphs or charts may be more appropriate.

Let Us Assess Ourselves!

In this part of the lesson, you will be assessed on how well you understand the
lesson from the discussion and exercises presented above. Are you ready? Let’s
begin!

Picture yourself as the business manager of your class. Your class president gave
you P500 and you were tasked to prepare a project using the amount. Present this in a pie
graph by indicating the percentage of the budget needed for the project. Slice the pie
below by drawing lines to show your answer. Afterwards, answer the following questions.

1. How many items or things do you need to make the project based on the allocated
amount?

2. Which of these items would need the largest share of amount? Which one gets least?

3. Are there items that would receive the same share?

4. What does your graph show in terms of amount of priorities?

 5. Do you think the budget for every item is appropriately allocated? Explain your answer.

Let Us Enhance Ourselves!

Great job finishing the assessment part. Now we are on the last part of this lesson.
This time you are going to make a pie graph that reflects your day-to-day life as a
student. Do you know how to properly allocate budget for your allowance? By
making a pie graph, you should be able to learn how to budget your allowance. Slice the
pie below by writing lines. Answer these questions so that you will have a guide on making
your pie graph:
1. What are your expenses in school?

2. How much allowance must you have to your school needs?

3. Prior to this lesson, were you able to appropriately allocate budget on your allowance?

4. Is it important to budget your allowance for school needs? Explain your answer.

5. Did this lesson help improve your knowledge on pie graphs and its relevance on your day-
to-day life as a student? Explain your answer.
 Let Us Reflect On This!
Congratulations on accomplishing this activity sheet! You have gained another learning
experience even being at home.
Learning how to budget our allowances in school is a tough task for students at
your age considering that there are lots of things you want to buy to satisfy and entertain
yourself. However, to be a responsible young student, you must learn how to be thrifty. You need
to distinguish between what you need and what you want and have a rational judgment what to
buy and what not to buy. This lesson greatly helps you to wisely spend your money. Look at
every part of a whole. Always remember that successful people know how to spend their money
according to what they need. It always starts on the little things. So as a student, spend your
allowance wisely and be successful someday.
Continue to have fun while you learn!

Writer: Jaymart C. Albite

Illustrator: None
Template developer: Neil Edward D. Diaz, PDO II – LRMS, Davao del Norte

Answer key to Activities (Separate Sheet)

Answer key to activities
Let Us Try!
1. Four
2. On a smartphone
3. On a desktop computer
4. Yes
5. 3%

Let Us Practice!
1. Five
2. Romance
3. Drama
4. Action
5. Sci Fi and Comedy

Let Us Practice More!

1. Six items
2. Largest share-food; least share-recreation
3. Medicine and shelter
4. Answers may vary (Possible answer-The pie graph shows that the average Filipino family
prioritizes food and education.)
5. Answers may vary (Possible answer- The distribution or expenditures of the poor family
differ from that of the rich family. The budget of the poor is limited to the basic necessities
while the rich family may even have a budget on travels and other luxury items.

Let Us Assess Ourselves!

Answers may vary.

Let Us Enhance Ourselves!

Answers may vary.