Misleading Graph Project Ms. Russell
Why is it misleading? This graph shows annual sales of fast food restaurants The logos are sized according to the amount of sales The McDonald’s logo appears much taller and wider than the other logos, indicating a much higher difference in sales The graph includes the GDP of Afghanistan, which is irrelevant There are no labels or graph title
Why Would They Mislead with this graph? McDonald’s may have made this graph to attract investors Since McDonald’s appears to have much higher sales, investors would want to invent their money on a “sure thing”, for a higher return
How I changed it…. Added Title and Labels All columns are the same width Columns are not disproportionate Removed the GDP of Afghanistan
Not what good looks like…..