Pie chart explanation
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for an explanation of what a pie chart is, including its components and how it is used to represent data visually.
Answer
A pie chart illustrates numerical proportions as slices of a circle.
A pie chart is a circular statistical graphic divided into slices to illustrate numerical proportions, typically representing the distribution of nominal data.
Answer for screen readers
A pie chart is a circular statistical graphic divided into slices to illustrate numerical proportions, typically representing the distribution of nominal data.
More Information
Pie charts are often used to show percentage distribution, with each slice representing a category's proportion relative to the whole.
Tips
A common mistake is to use pie charts with too many categories, making it difficult to interpret. They are best used for simple distributions.
Sources
- Pie Chart | Introduction to Statistics - JMP - jmp.com
- A Complete Guide to Pie Charts | Atlassian - atlassian.com
- What is a Pie Chart? - Jaspersoft - jaspersoft.com
