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Be Aware of Graph Misleading Practices

Explore the 4 common ways graphs can mislead in data representation, from not starting at 0 to selective data presentation and scale manipulation. Learn how to spot and avoid these pitfalls on pages 42-47.

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Be Aware of Graph Misleading Practices

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  1. What are the 4 ways that graphs can be misleading? Read page 42-47 to find out and list in your notes 1. Graph does not start at 0 2. Pictures or silhouettes (Height and width can misrepresent data) 3. Selection of data being presented ( stats from one year represented beside those from another when something significant happened. The particular event is not mention when presenting data) 4. Stretching or squeezing scale (time series graphs or bar graphs. Can make it changes appear more or less significant)

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