01 Bar and Column Charts Flashcards
What is the primary purpose of bar and column charts?
Compare different values or categories
What is the key difference between bar charts and column charts?
Orientation: Bar Charts are horizontal, Column Charts are vertical
What are the three types of bar/column charts?
- Stacked
- Clustered
- 100% Stacked
What is a stacked chart used for?
Shows the total value of categories with sub-categories stacked within each bar/column
What is a clustered chart effective for?
Comparing values across different groups or sub-groups
What does a 100% stacked chart show?
The percentage contribution of each sub-category to the total
What dataset is mentioned for creating charts in Power BI?
Food Sales with columns like ID, Region, City, Category, Product, Quantity, Unit Price, and Total Price
What are the first steps to create a chart in Power BI?
Select the desired chart type and drag and drop data fields to X-axis, Y-axis, and Legend
What formatting options can be adjusted in Power BI charts?
- Orientation
- Size and Width
- Colors
- Titles and Labels
What is one application of bar and column charts?
Sales Analysis
What is a benefit of using bar and column charts?
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) over time
What is a key tip for effective chart design?
Choose the right chart type
Fill in the blank: Bar and column charts are versatile tools for _______ data and communicating insights.
[comparing]
True or False: It is important to use clear labels in chart design.
True
What should be avoided in effective chart design?
Clutter and unnecessary complexity
