Exploratory analysis uncovers cognitive barriers during chart interpretation in non-expert readers, highlighting mental gaps that impede visual literacy.
In our current visual-centric digital age, the capability to interpret, understand, and produce visual representations of data —termed visualization literacy— is paramount. However, not everyone is adept at navigating this visual terrain. This paper explores the barriers that individuals who misread a visualization encounter, aiming to understand their specific mental gaps.
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