A lot of times we try to use charts in different ways to get the most out of the information. Like we might colour different parts of a map to show where more people live, or animate something to show change.
I like any chart that helps people use the information best.
It depends what you want to show. Line graphs are good for showing how things change over time. Bar charts are good for comparisons. Box plots hold lots of information, so I use them a lot https://flowingdata.com/2008/02/15/how-to-read-and-use-a-box-and-whisker-plot/
A lot of times we try to use charts in different ways to get the most out of the information. Like we might colour different parts of a map to show where more people live, or animate something to show change.
I like any chart that helps people use the information best.
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