PSYC02H3 Chapter 5: Chapter 5
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For graphs, axes should be the same so you can compare them properly same data, but looks so different. Focus on presenting information efficiently, and making data comprehensible. Exploration - the data contain a message, and you would like to learn what it is (e. g. , exploratory data analysis) Communication dominant use - you have discovered the meaning contained in the data and want to tell others about it (traditional purpose of most data displays in science) Calculation - the display allows you to estimate some statistic or function of the data (e. g. , nomograph) Storage - you can store data in a display for retrieval later, including the results of a study for later use in a meta-analysis. Decoration - data displays attract attention, and you may choose to use them to make your manuscript more visually appealing. Design graphic with reader in mind have to communicate well use large fonts, label clearly, etc.
