Question

intersecting table
look at the parts of an
omars class schedule
an intersecting table shows points where two types of data meet. one type is labeled at the top or bottom of
the table. read it up or down like a column. the other type is labeled on the side. read it across like a row.
inside the table are all the points where data from columns intersect with data from rows. content can be
either numbers or words.
try it out
use the intersecting table to answer the questions.
circle your answers.

1. omars dad calls with an important message at 9:00 on

wednesday. where is omar?
a in his math class
b in his english class
c in his history class
d. in his history study group

1. omar is inviting a speaker to his history study group on

tuesday. when should he tell the guest to be ready to speak?
a 8:30
b. 9:00
c. 9:30
d. 10:00

1. the school counselor wants to set up a meeting with omar.

she is free each day from 9:30 to 10:00. which day would
be best for her to schedule the meeting?
a. friday
b. monday
c tuesday
d. thursday

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze Question 1

Look at the row labeled 9:00 and the column labeled Wednesday. The intersection shows Math.

Step2: Analyze Question 2

Find the column labeled Tuesday and the row for Study Group (History). The row label for the start time is 9:30.

Step3: Analyze Question 3

Look at the row from 9:30 - 10:00. Check each day (Monday - Friday). Thursday has Free Time in that row.

Answer:

1. A. in his Math class
2. C. 9:30
3. D. Thursday