Visual Encoding: Examples for Reflection

Student Reflection
Analyze the maps shown below. For each map, identify the level of measurement of the data mapped. What visual variables are used to encode this data? Is the map effective—does it tell you what you need to know?
Figure 3.6.1 Example Map #1 Credit: Census.gov
Figure 3.6.2 Example Map #2 Credit: usda.gov (click link for a larger image!)
Figure 3.6.3 Example Map #3 Credit: Census.gov (click link for an interactive graphic!)

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