How charts and graphs could be influencing our reactions to the pandemic
Posted on AllSides May 25th, 2020
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Presentation matters when it comes to representing the scope of coronavirus cases. A study published by the London School of Economics shows one type of graphic representation could be creating confusion.
A research team made up of academics from the LSE and Yale University found that logarithmic graphs used to show the curve of COVID-19 infections can confuse the public. The researchers found evidence this may lead some to downplay the severity of the disease.
The team took two groups of participants and presented one with a standard linear graph...
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