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Data Plotting Using Microsoft Excel

The document outlines a procedure for plotting data in Microsoft Excel using both linear and non-linear methods. It includes steps for preparing data, creating scatter plots, adding trendlines, and interpreting results, along with guidance on customizing graphs and analyzing the fit of the trendlines. Students are encouraged to document their findings in a practical report that includes screenshots and interpretations of the equations.

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Data Plotting Using Microsoft Excel

The document outlines a procedure for plotting data in Microsoft Excel using both linear and non-linear methods. It includes steps for preparing data, creating scatter plots, adding trendlines, and interpreting results, along with guidance on customizing graphs and analyzing the fit of the trendlines. Students are encouraged to document their findings in a practical report that includes screenshots and interpretations of the equations.

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Data plotting using Microsoft Excel- Linear and non-linear method.

1. Setup and Introduction

 Objective: Explain the purpose of the experiment, such as plotting data points to identify
trends and using regression techniques to find relationships (linear and non-linear).
 Tools Required: Microsoft Excel installed on computers.

2. Preparing the Data

 Collect a simple dataset, such as:

o Linear data: y=mx+c (e.g., a dataset showing distance vs. time).


o Non-linear data: y=ax2+bx+cy (e.g., height vs. time of a projectile).

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Example Data:

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3. Linear Plotting

Steps:
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1. Enter Data:
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o Open Excel and input your dataset in two columns (e.g., Column A for X and Column B
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2. Create a Scatter Plot:

o Select the data range.


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o Go to the Insert tab → Charts Group → Select Scatter Plot.

3. Add a Trendline:
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o Click on any data point on the graph.


o Select Add Trendline → Choose Linear.
o Check the box Display Equation on Chart to show the linear equation y=mx+c

4. Interpret Results:

o Students should note the slope (m) and intercept (c) from the trendline equation.

4. Non-linear Plotting

Steps:
1. Use a non-linear dataset (e.g., quadratic data: y=ax2+bx+cy.
2. Repeat steps to create a scatter plot.
3. Add a Trendline:

o Select Polynomial under the Trendline Options and set the Order to 2 (for quadratic
relationships).

4. Analyze:

o Display the equation on the chart and interpret the coefficients a, b, and c.

5. Additional Features

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o Enable the R² value in the trendline options to evaluate how well the trendline fits the

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 Customize Graph:
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o Add titles, axis labels, and legends for better presentation.
o Format the graph for publication or presentation standards.

6. Analysis and Interpretation


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 Linear Data:

o Check if the R² value is close to 1, indicating a strong linear relationship.


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 Non-linear Data:

o If R² is higher for a polynomial fit than a linear one, it confirms a non-linear trend.
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7. Practical Report
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Encourage students to:

 Include screenshots of their graphs.


 Write equations and interpret them.
 Discuss any errors or deviations from the expected results.

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