Understanding a dendrogram (no cursework)

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The discussion centers on understanding dendrograms, specifically a diagram provided by a user seeking clarity on its structure. The user identifies key elements, such as the upper black dot representing the entire dataset and subsequent dots indicating groupings. The conversation emphasizes the importance of context in interpreting dendrograms, as boundaries between groups are not inherently clear without additional information.

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Hello,

I tried to find a fitting forum but did not quiet succeed. The following diagram is an example of something I've been given at work. I try to understand it but fail with that.
http://img98.imageshack.us/img98/4770/testwk3.png

So how do I understand such diagram? The upper black dot comprises all the data in all 4 groups or colours, the second highest black dot assumes two groups? But where's the boundary then: between the light blue and green? What are the boundaries of the third black dot? Basically: how do I understand such diagram?

Thanks a lot,
H.
 
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The Dendogram is meaningless without some context.

(Whew! I'm glad I got through that without cursing...)
 

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