Which tally chart is correct?
Key Notes:
Definition of Tally Chart:
- A tally chart helps us count how many times something happens using marks. Each mark is called a tally.
How to Make Tally Marks:
- We write a vertical line (|) for each item counted.
- Every five counts, we draw a diagonal line (/) across the previous four vertical lines to make counting easier.
Reading Tally Charts:
- To find the total number of items, count the tallies. Remember that every group of five tallies makes it faster to count!
Identifying the Correct Tally Chart:
- To find out which tally chart is correct, check if it matches the actual count of items being discussed. For example, if you have 7 apples, the tally chart should show this correctly.
Common Mistakes:
- Some common mistakes include missing tallies, extra tallies, or not grouping them correctly. Always double-check!
Learn with an example
Nell went to the fair with her friends. They bought some things to drink.
Which tally chart shows the right number of each drink?
There are 5 bottles of water.
There are 5 bottles of water.
This tally chart shows that they bought 2 sodas and 5 bottles of water.
Bella brought some snacks to the pool.
Which tally chart shows the right number of each snack?
Count each type of snack.
There are 2 fruit pops.
There are 5 watermelon slices.
This tally chart shows that Bella brought 2 fruit pops and 5 watermelon slices.
Susan’s friends looked in their lunchboxes. They found some fruit.
Which tally chart shows the right number of each fruit?
Count each type of fruit.
There are 3 apples.
There are 2 oranges.
This tally chart shows that they found 3 apples and 2 oranges.
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