17 Questions
What type of chart uses a line to connect data points to show trends over time?
Line chart
Which axis typically displays time units in a chart?
X-axis
What does a legend in a chart do?
Displays category labels in a different color
What does an exploded pie chart do?
Splits one or more pie slices from the rest of the chart
Which of the following is not an element available in a chart as per Table 3.3?
Chart layout objects
What can you do in the Select Data Source dialog box illustrated in Figure 3.37?
Add a new data series or edit an existing one
What is a sparkline?
A condensed visual representation of data in a single cell
'Chapter 3 also taught you to apply different chart styles and colors' This statement refers to:
'Chapter 3 explained how to format charts using various styles and colors'
What object does a sparkline not include that regular charts typically have?
'Chart title'
What does a chart visually represent?
Numerical data
Which types of charts are commonly used according to Table 3.1?
Column, bar, line, pie
In which type of chart are stacks of data placed on top of each other in one column?
Stacked column chart
What is a clustered bar chart used for?
Comparing values across categories using horizontal bars
What does Figure 3.7 illustrate?
A clustered column chart
What is the purpose of a legend in a chart?
To help distinguish multiple data series
How is data arranged in a column chart?
In rows and columns
What does a stacked column chart depict?
Data stacked on top of each other in a row
Test your knowledge on creating clear and easy-to-interpret charts to represent numerical data, compare data, and identify trends. Learn about different types of charts like column, bar, line, and pie to make informed decisions based on data.
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