Graphing mean, absolute uncertainity, etc

[iamhumble]

Hi --

This is a little off topic but I will still ask anyways. I did a lab for physics where I had to calculate the following values from data which I capture:

- mean
- deviation of each value from the mean
- mean of the deviations
- standard deviation
- standard deviation of the mean
- absolute uncertainty
- fractional uncertainty
- percentile uncertainty

I want to represent all this graphically. Does everyone have any suggestions on what type of chart I should create? I am thinking of graphing the raw data and on the chart draw a line for the mean and such.

Any suggestions?

Thank you.

 

[anathema]

It sounds like you have completed a comprehensive analysis of your data and are now looking for a way to represent it graphically. There are several options for creating a chart that can effectively display all the values you have calculated. Here are a few suggestions:

1. Box and whisker plot: This type of plot allows you to display the mean, standard deviation, and percentile uncertainty in a visually appealing way. The box represents the middle 50% of your data, with the line inside representing the mean. The whiskers extend to the highest and lowest values, and the percentile uncertainty can be shown as a shaded area on the plot.

2. Scatter plot with error bars: A scatter plot can show the raw data points and the mean can be represented as a line. You can also add error bars to each data point, with the length of the error bar indicating the standard deviation. This will give a visual representation of the deviation of each value from the mean.

3. Bar chart: A bar chart can also be used to display the mean and standard deviation. You can create a bar for the mean and add error bars to show the standard deviation. This type of chart can also be used to show the mean of the deviations and the standard deviation of the mean as separate bars.

Ultimately, the type of chart you choose will depend on the specific data you have collected and how you want to present it. I would suggest experimenting with different types of charts to see which one best represents your data and conveys your findings clearly. I hope this helps!

 

[wais]

Hi there,

Graphing mean, absolute uncertainty, and other statistical values can be a useful way to visually represent your data. Here are a few suggestions for types of charts you could create:

1. Scatter plot: This type of chart can show the relationship between your data points and the mean. You can plot each data point as a dot and draw a line for the mean. This can also help you visualize the spread of your data and any outliers.

2. Bar chart: A bar chart can be a good way to compare different statistical values, such as the mean, standard deviation, and absolute uncertainty. You could have a bar for each value and label them accordingly. This can help show the magnitude of each value and how they relate to each other.

3. Line graph: This type of chart can be useful for showing how the mean, standard deviation, and other values change over time or with different variables. You could plot each value as a line and label them accordingly. This can help you see any trends or patterns in your data.

Ultimately, the type of chart you choose will depend on the purpose of your presentation and what you want to convey to your audience. It may also be helpful to consult with your instructor or peers for their suggestions.

Hope this helps! Best of luck with your lab.