Explain in Your Own Words Why a Bar Graph Can

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Essay

Explain in your own words why a bar graph can be misleading if one or both of the scales begin at some value other than zero.

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Definitions:

Bone Remodeling

The process by which bone tissue is continuously renewed through the resorption and formation of bone, maintaining bone strength and calcium homeostasis.

Osteoporosis

A bone disease characterized by decreased bone density and mass, leading to increased fragility and risk of fractures.

Sprain

A sprain is an injury to a ligament caused by overstretching or tearing, often affecting joints such as ankles, wrists, or knees, leading to pain, swelling, and limited mobility.