Which of the following formatting guidelines increases the effectiveness of all types of charts?
A)Using many bright colors as a way to highlight focal points
B)Using darker colors to represent the most important data series
C)Using unusual fonts or many special effects
D)Using 3-D charts to attract attention
E)Using white type on dark backgrounds in most cases

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The formatting guidelines for all charts are: 1.Ensure that all data are appropriately labeled. 2.Avoid using too many bright colors; they can be distracting. 3.Use darker colors to represent your most important data series.4.Avoid unusual fonts or too many special effects. 5.Avoid 3-D charts.6.Ensure that all text is horizontal.7.Avoid white type on dark backgrounds in most cases. Refer to table 12.6.

Which of the Following Formatting Guidelines Increases the Effectiveness of All