Question

How could the graph distort the data and give a false impression about the profits?


A.
The increase in the profits looks the same as the data indicates.

B.
The increase in profits looks smaller than the data indicates.

C.
The increase in profits looks larger than the data indicates.

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C?

Answer 1

i think c

Answer 2

Maybe, since the space between the bars is pretty big, you would think it would be a big change..but only by 1 or 2 million dollars.

Answer 3

someone had to answer

Answer 4

Idk this question is so random e.e

Answer 5

hint : look at the y axis (does it start at zero)

Answer 6

Nope @perl

Answer 7

the y axis does not start at zero, so the difference in the y values can be exaggerated, right?

Answer 8

@perl Yes.

Answer 9

if you started the y axis at zero, the profit increase won't look as dramatic, relative to the 10 million

Answer 10

@perl Yes.so C?

Answer 11

raaaah i don't know this im sorry i just wanted a medal and fan

Answer 12

Thanks :] @perl could you medal @CheesecakeKitten

Answer 13

done :)