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1
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Caption
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Does the graph have a descriptive caption under the graph: comprehensive, clear and accurate (what, where, when)?
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2
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Simplicity
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Is the information is presented simply (e.g. not too many messages in one graph)?
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3
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Clarity
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Is the information is presented clearly (e.g. use visible symbols; colours and symbols explained; no chart junk; no unnecessary 3-D; minimum axis tick marks; faint grid lines if needed)?
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4
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Accuracy
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Is the information accurate (e.g., not misleading, complete)?
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5
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Message
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Is the main message, theme, trend, or comparison of greatest importance easily seen?
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6
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Scaling
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Are the comparisons made on linear scale (e.g. avoiding comparison of volumes or areas or angles)?
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7
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Organisation
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Are the data are sorted meaningfully to aid interpretation?
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8
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Units
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Are the units of measurement given?
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