Which is correct:
"illustrated in Fig" or "quantified in Fig"?

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illustrated in Fig

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a visual representation or image shown in a figure.

This phrase is used to indicate that something is visually depicted in a figure or diagram.

Examples:

  • The process is illustrated in Fig. 1.
  • The relationship between variables is illustrated in the figure.

Alternatives:

  • depicted in fig
  • shown in fig
  • represented in fig
  • displayed in fig
  • portrayed in fig

quantified in Fig

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to numerical data or measurements shown in a figure.

This phrase is used to indicate that numerical values or measurements are provided in a figure or diagram.

Examples:

  • The results are quantified in Fig. 2.
  • The data points are quantified in the figure.

Alternatives:

  • measured in fig
  • expressed in fig
  • stated in fig
  • specified in fig
  • detailed in fig
Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Illustrated in fig' is used when referring to a visual representation or image, while 'quantified in fig' is used when referring to numerical data or measurements shown in a figure.

Last updated: March 19, 2024

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