Representation
Definition
Representation refers to how information is visually or graphically presented to convey meaning or data.
Analogy
Think of representation like different flavors of ice cream. Each flavor represents a unique way to present information, just like how different types of graphs or maps can represent data in different ways.
Related terms
Cartogram: A map where sizes and shapes are distorted to reflect specific data values rather than geographical accuracy.
Choropleth Map: A map that uses shading or coloring to show different levels or categories of data across regions.
Dot Density Map: A map where dots are used to represent individual units (e.g., people) within a defined area.
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