Question

how is the bar graph different from a column chart

Answer 1

Both the Bar and the Column charts display data using rectangular bars where the length of the bar is proportional to the data value. Both are used to compare two or more values. However, their difference lies in their orientation. A Bar chart is oriented horizontally whereas the Column chart is oriented vertically.

Answer 2

so here is your answer...
•the Bar and the Column charts display data using rectangular bars[the length of the bar is proportional to the data value].
• These are used to compare two or more values. Their difference lies in their orientation. A Bar chart is oriented horizontally whereas the Column chart is oriented vertically.

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