Seven Types of Distortion: A Taxonomy of Manipulative Techniques Used in Charts and Graphs.

Bryan, John

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ERIC Number: EJ521428

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Publication Date: 1995

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Seven Types of Distortion: A Taxonomy of Manipulative Techniques Used in Charts and Graphs.

Bryan, John

Journal of Technical Writing and Communication, v25 n2 p127-79 1995

Suggests that new computer software enables writers and technicians to compose graphs that rival those made by professionals. Suggests that professional and novice users of such software either intend to distort data and manipulate readers or do so out of ignorance. Describes and illuminates seven types of distortion in graphs. (PA)

Descriptors: Computer Software, Desktop Publishing, Graphs, Nonprint Media, Technical Writing

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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