Make the gradient in three steps.

For something that is essentially a smooth gradation without boundaries, humans often think in black and white. Related: False dichotomy. Easier than thinking in gradient conditions. It’s also easier to draw diagrams. - The bias of easy drawing

Three levels of gradation is a drawing technique that is relatively easy to draw and avoids “false dichotomies”.

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