Anna Zarves
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One of my pet peeves is bad data visualization. The total variation in the S&P 500 graph below is something like 2.5%, but the vertical axis ranges from 3,920 to 4,000, making it look like there have been massive changes in value. Do better, New York Times.

#data #petpeeves
06:20 PM - Mar 21, 2023
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Jenny S
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In response to Anna Zarves.
Have you read Edward Tufte? I did some fifteen years ago and have cherished his work ever since. He would abominate this too.
06:50 PM - Mar 21, 2023
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Anna Zarves
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I haven’t, but sounds like we’re on the same page! 😅
08:11 PM - Mar 21, 2023
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