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For example, to study accident patterns to take mitigating actions, one needs to explore accident patterns based on factors like weather (rain, sunny, sleet, etc.), light, and road surface conditions in different geographical regions. As another example, to find individuals who are influential across multiple social media, a single graph approach is not well-suited. Indeed, to model such multiple relationships, multiple related graphs are useful. This can be done using multilayer networks (MLNs).<\/jats:p>\n          <jats:p>Any complex data analysis can immensely benefit from interactive graphic tools rather than working with raw data in command prompt mode. This is especially true as data and models become increasingly complex. To interpret and understand the results of analysis, drill-down, and visualization become critical. 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