Charts need to be taken seriously

When they're used well, graphs can help us intuitively grasp complex data.But as visual software has enabled more usage of graphs throughout all media,it's also made them easier to use in a careless or dishonest way.So the next time you see a graph,don't be swayed by the lines and curves.Look at the labels,the numbers,the scale,and the context,and ask what story the picture is trying to tell.