Question 1

When data are plotted as points connected by segments of a line that becomes a line graph or chart.

Accepted Answer

This is true. A line graph is a type of chart that displays data as points connected by segments of a line.

Question 2

A column or vertical bar graph is a graphic that uses vertical columns to show change over time or compare amounts\items.

Accepted Answer

This is a correct description of a column or vertical bar graph.

Question 3

Tables,line graphs,bar graphs,dot graphs and pie charts are standard visual aids.They can only be used to present facts and figures in oral presentations.

Accepted Answer

they can also be used in written reports

Question 4

It is more difficult to see patterns in large tables or databases,than in graphics.

Accepted Answer

Graphics allow data to be presented visually, making it easier to identify patterns and trends compared to looking at raw numbers in a table or database.

Question 5

Line charts or graphs are used when one factor in time is compared with another over a period of time.Therefore,there should be seven or eight lines at most in multi-line charts.

Accepted Answer

multi-line charts should be limited to three or four lines

Question 6

Ethical business communicators must design graphics which are emotive.

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accurate and objective

Question 7

The dot graph makes it easy to visually connect the graphed point back to its label on the vertical axis.The information is easier to read when plotted in rising order so that the eye follows the dots up to the smallest value.

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descending order … down

Question 8

The background design,colour,artwork,fonts and type styles of a presentation's visuals should be varied and create an attractive layout.

Accepted Answer

should be consistent and create an attractive layout

Question 9

A flow chart could also be a cause-and-effect diagram.

Accepted Answer

A cause-and-effect diagram, also known as a fishbone diagram or Ishikawa diagram, is a type of flowchart that is used to analyze the potential causes of a problem or process breakdown.

Question 10

A photograph will have more impact if it is placed on the left-hand page.

Accepted Answer

right-hand page

Question 11

A graphic provides clarity around numbers being presented.

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clarity around message being communicated

Question 12

Maps use many numbers as a means of conveying information in a small space.

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symbols

Question 13

It is easy to judge areas and size differences accurately when using a pie chart.

Accepted Answer

not easy

Question 14

A symbol is a shorthand form of writing.

Accepted Answer

A symbol is a representation of a concept or object that has a particular meaning or significance. It can be seen as a shorthand form of writing because it conveys meaning in a compact and efficient way. Symbols can be found in many different contexts, such as in math and science, language and literature, art and design, and religion and spirituality.

Question 15

Visuals are complicated because presenters should always show their audiences complicated ideas and figures.

Accepted Answer

an audience should not be confused by a complicated visual

Question 16

The tighter the plots around a line in a scatter diagram,the stronger the relationship.

Accepted Answer

When the plot points are closely clustered around a line, it indicates a strong linear relationship between the two variables being plotted. Thus, the statement is true.

Question 17

Frequency is the factor taken into account in a Pareto Chart.

Accepted Answer

only one factor

Question 18

An organisation chart illustrates the relationships between the functions,units and positions in an organisation

Accepted Answer

An organisation chart is a visual representation that shows the hierarchical structure of an organization and the relationships between its functions, units, and positions. It typically indicates the chain of command, reporting relationships, and decision-making authority within the company.

Question 19

Tables are only used to present specific,precise data,facts and figures.

Accepted Answer

a table emphasises similarities or differences in the data

Question 20

Drawings tend to over-simplify real-life situations and confuse the reader with too much detail.

Accepted Answer

the drawing can simplify … and give the reader an impression of the idea or concept

Quiz 17: Communicating Through Visuals