CMA Foundation · Fundamentals of Business Laws and Business Communication · Use of Graphics and References for Business Communication
Which statement about graphics in business reports is correct?
Graphics should supplement the written text and be clearly labelled with a title and units so readers understand them. They are not a substitute for explanation, cannot ignore labelling because of attractive colours, and are used in written reports as well as presentations.
- AThey should supplement the text and be clearly labelled with title and unitsCorrect
- BThey should be used instead of any written explanation
- CThey need no title if the colours are attractive
- DThey are suitable only for oral presentations
Explanation
Effective graphics support the text and carry titles, labels and units so they can be understood properly. They do not replace explanation, and they are used in written reports as well as presentations.
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