net worth can be graphically represented as dollars versus time . a user can zoom in on a desired section of the graphical representation in order to better discern short term net worth trends . on the zoomed in image , time and or dollars may be truncated in order to show net worth trends more distinctly . the slope of the curve between two net worth points or at any single net worth can be computed and graphically displayed to a user so that the user can understand short term net worth trends an modify behavior to improve long term net worth trends .