Which of the following formatting methods decreases the effectiveness of pie charts?
A) placing the data series names and data labels together in the pie slices
B) using boldface printing on the largest pie slice
C) locating the smallest pie slice at 12 o'clock
D) using a subtitle to support the main title
E) using the darkest color for the largest pie slice

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The main focal point of a pie chart is the largest pie slice.The largest pie slice should be located at 12 o'clock for quick recognition (most people read pie charts beginning at 12 and continue to read in a clockwise direction).

Which of the Following Formatting Methods Decreases the Effectiveness of Pie