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Which statement best describes the role of graphics in a business report?

Graphics supplement and support the written text. They help readers grasp data and retain information, but they still need titles, labels and explanation in words. They do not make text unnecessary, are not mere decoration, and cannot replace source references.

  1. AThey supplement and support the written text, not replace the need for clear explanationCorrect
  2. BThey make the written text unnecessary in every case
  3. CThey are meant only to decorate the report
  4. DThey should be used in place of source references

Explanation

Graphics aid understanding and retention but need titles, labels and interpretation in the text. They are not decoration, nor do they replace the text or the citing of sources.

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