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Mar 28, 2017

Misleading Advertising: The Truncated Graph

Bar Graph Illustration

Graphs may seem like a safe, simple way to visually convey information to consumers, but they present a minefield of potential hazards for the unwary advertiser.  In this post, we will explore one minor tweak that can transform a graph from accurate to misleading: the truncated graph. First, it is crucial to understand that advertisers are responsible for all reasonable interpretations of their ads. Obviously, this includes intentionally-conveyed messages. However, it also extends to those messages that were unintentionally conveyed. Advertisers must therefore be wary of making claims that can be reasonably interpreted in a variety of different ways, or… Read more