A Clear, Logical Organization: Using Graphs

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 Analyze 
Use the basic features.

To learn more about using graphics, see Chapter 21.

Brownell and Frieden include two graphs in their proposal—a bar graph and a line graph. Bar graphs and line graphs can be used to display numerical and statistical information at different points in time and also to compare groups or data sets by using different color bars or lines.

ANALYZE & WRITE

Write a paragraph analyzing and evaluating how well Brownell and Frieden integrate these graphs:

  1. Highlight the sentences in paragraphs 2 and 4 in which Brownell and Frieden introduce each graph. How else do they integrate the graphs into their argument?
  2. Consider the sections in which these graphs appear. How might the graphs help demarcate sections and move readers from one section to the next?
  3. Look closely at the graphs themselves to see how the information is presented. What do the graphs contribute? Given Brownell and Frieden’s purpose and audience, why do you think they chose to include these graphs?

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