Graphical displays in information systems: some data properties influencing the effectiveness of alternative forms
- 1 February 1989
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Behaviour & Information Technology
- Vol. 8 (1) , 43-56
- https://doi.org/10.1080/01449298908914537
Abstract
A number of indications which bear upon the utility of graphical representations of data are presented. The indications are based upon the apparent cognitive demands of particular forms of information abstraction. A study is reported where hypotheses concerning the appropriateness of alternative forms of graphical display for the presentation of particular properties of data are tested. A large number of significant differences between alternative forms of presentation in terms of effectiveness for communicating major features of data are identified and discussed.Keywords
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