Describe how the graph below is deceptive. How would you change it so that it is not misleading?
Answer
A
It appears that Mike’s grade point average for the second quarter is 3 times his first quarter average. Change the intervals on the vertical scale so they are consistent.
B
It appears that Mike’s grade point average for the second quarter was significantly larger than his first quarter average. Change the width of the bars to display the correct scale.
C
It appears that Mike’s grade point average for the second quarter is 2 times his first quarter average. Change the intervals on the horizontal scale so they are consistent.
D
There is no way to change the graph so it is not misleading.