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RES04_Res Pro CO2_#3
RESEARCH CO2 _ Guidelines, Comparisons, and Choosing Presentation Types _ #3
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the main purpose of graphical presentation? | To show patterns, trends, and relationships in a visually appealing way. |
| When is graphical presentation most effective? | When comparing quantities, showing trends over time, or illustrating relationships. |
| What is a key limitation of graphical presentation? | It may oversimplify data or mislead if poorly designed. |
| When is tabular presentation most effective? | When precise numerical values and detailed comparisons are needed. |
| What is a key limitation of tabular presentation? | Large tables may overwhelm readers or hide patterns. |
| When is textual presentation most effective? | When explaining, interpreting, or emphasizing key findings. |
| What is a limitation of textual presentation? | Long paragraphs may be boring and make relationships hard to see. |
| Why must textual explanation accompany tables or graphs? | To interpret the data and highlight important points. |
| What is one reason to avoid clutter in graphics? | Clutter distracts from the data and reduces clarity. |
| Why should 3D effects be avoided in graphs? | They distort perception and can misrepresent values. |
| Why must axes be labeled clearly in graphs? | To ensure readers understand what the data represents. |
| Why should white space be minimized in graphics? | To make the data stand out and improve readability. |
| Why should pie charts be limited to five slices? | Too many slices make comparison difficult and reduce clarity. |
| Why should bar graphs start at zero? | Starting above zero exaggerates differences between categories. |
| Why should histograms have no gaps? | Because they represent continuous data with no breaks. |
| Why should line graphs use no more than three lines? | Too many lines make the graph confusing and hard to interpret. |
| Why should table decimal places be consistent? | Consistency improves readability and prevents misinterpretation. |
| Why is summarizing data before tabulation important? | It ensures accuracy and prevents raw software output errors. |
| How do researchers choose the best presentation type? | By considering the purpose: comparison, trend, detail, or explanation. |
| What is the overall goal of data presentation? | To communicate information clearly, accurately, and meaningfully. |