Question

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why is it best to pay attention to the chart data encoding when reading a chart?
select one
it helps us make sense of the patterns and connections in the data
to make a personal connection with the data
it asserts the validity of the data presented in the chart
can you buy happiness for money?
exploring a link between countries happiness score and gdp per capita value.

Explanation:

When reading a chart, paying attention to data encoding (such as size, color, position in a scatter - plot like the one here showing GDP per capita and happiness) helps in understanding the patterns (e.g., is there a positive/negative correlation) and connections (how different variables like GDP and happiness relate) in the data. Asserting validity is more about data collection methods rather than encoding. Making a personal connection is subjective and not the primary purpose of analyzing data encoding.

Answer:

It helps us make sense of the patterns and connections in the data.