A Common Trick When Bar Graphs Are Used to Mislead

question 10

Multiple Choice

A common trick when bar graphs are used to mislead readers

• A) is to exaggerate the distance between points on the x axis
• B) is to exaggerate the distance between points on the y axis.
• C) is to use bright colours for the variable they want exaggerated.
• D) is to minimize the distance between points on the y axis.

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Definitions:

Isoquant

An isoquant line represents combinations of inputs that produce the same level of output in production theory.

Output

The total amount of goods or services produced by a business, industry, or economy.

Production Function

A mathematical model that describes the relationship between input resources and the output of goods or services a firm can produce.

Isoquant

A curve that represents all the combinations of inputs that result in the production of a given level of output, showcasing the trade-off between different factors of production.