Death due to lung cancer in males and females in Australia Death rate per 100 000 population Time Males Females 1994 59 19 1995 56 19 1996 55 19 1997 51 19 1998 52 18 1999 50 19 2000 48 19 2001 47 20 Draw the most appropriate graph for the information, on the grid provided. - HSC - SSCE Biology - Question 25 - 2004 - Paper 1

To visualize the death rates due to lung cancer in males and females in Australia, a histogram is the most appropriate choice as it allows for clear comparison across categories (years).

1. Setting up the axes:
   • Draw the x-axis to represent the years from 1994 to 2001. Label the x-axis with these years.
   • Draw the y-axis to represent the death rate per 100,000 population. Label this axis appropriately.
2. Choosing an appropriate scale:
   • Start the y-axis at 0 and choose a scale that accommodates the highest value (59 for males in 1994). A scale of 0 to 60 is appropriate, marking intervals (for example, every 10 units).
3. Plotting the data:
   • For each year, draw two bars next to each other: one for males and one for females. The height of the male bar will correspond to the respective death rates for males, and similarly for females. For example, in 1994, the male bar will reach 59, and the female bar will reach 19.
   • Ensure that the bars for each year have different colors or patterns to distinguish between males and females.
4. Adding a key:
   • Include a key in the corner of the graph to explain what each color or pattern represents (e.g., blue for males, pink for females).
5. Final touches:
   • Ensure all elements are clearly visible, and the graph is neatly presented, making it easy to compare the trends in death rates over the years.