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There are three dimensions that are important for accurate reading of cartograms: shape preservation, topology preservation, and visual equalization. Any value-by-area cartogram is a compromise across these three dimensions and can be placed somewhere within the bounds of this cube. A value-by-alpha map is able to achieve each of the three dimensions perfectly without compromise. (recommended size 2 columns)
