PIE CHART Definition & Meaning

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pie chart

noun

a graphic representation of quantitative information by means of a circle divided into sectors, in which the relative sizes of the areas (or central angles) of the sectors correspond to the relative sizes or proportions of the quantities.

pie chart

noun

a circular graph divided into sectors proportional to the magnitudes of the quantities represented

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of pie chart¹

First recorded in 1920–25

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The contestant said the visual images, which needed describing, included a pie chart and maps.

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“It’s nice showing a pie chart with the percentage. It’s easier. It’s harder showing the actual impact that’s been made.”

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While in a team huddle, Gobert and Kyle Anderson had a heated exchange; maybe it had to do with the pie chart on PowerPoint not having enough variant colors or something.

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At the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute, Dr Carlos Arcilla points to a pie chart that breaks down the country's energy sources.

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Denver coach Michael Malone was asked how he would create a pie chart to show the components that make Jokic great.

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piecework piecrust

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