CMA Foundation · Fundamentals of Business Laws and Business Communication · Use of Graphics and References for Business Communication
Which element is essential in a well-prepared graph or chart in a business report so that readers can interpret it correctly without reading the full text?
A clear title with labelled axes and units is essential because it tells readers exactly what the graphic shows and the scale used, so they can interpret it independently. Heavy decoration or many colours distract, and omitting the source reduces credibility.
- AA clear title with labelled axes and unitsCorrect
- BDecorative 3-D effects on every bar
- CAs many colours as possible
- DOmission of the data source to save space
Explanation
A clear title, labelled axes and units let readers understand what is measured and on what scale. Excess decoration or colours can distract or mislead, and the source should be cited for credibility, not omitted.
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