Structured Sets of Graphs

Abstract

We present many examples of structured sets of graphs that convey and support statistical analyses. Structured sets of graphs can be drawn with any modern statistical software system with graphics capabilities. We use S-Plus and R, two dialects of the S language that offer substantial capabilities for producing graphs customized to the particular needs and visions of the analyst. We emphasize two basic paradigms for constructing structured graphs: Cartesian products and the Trellis paradigm. Our software for all examples in this article is available from Heiberger and Holland (2004).