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Pie Charts Flashcards

1
Q

What type of chart is a pie chart?

A

Circular

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2
Q

What does a pie chart represent?

A

Proportions of a whole

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3
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What is the total value of all segments in a pie chart?

A

100%

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4
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What is another name for a pie chart?

A

Circle chart

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5
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In what order should segments be placed in a pie chart?

A

Clockwise

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6
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What is the central angle of a segment in a pie chart proportional to?

A

The value it represents

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7
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What is the best way to compare values in a pie chart?

A

By comparing the sizes of the segments

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8
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What should be avoided when creating a pie chart?

A

Using too many segments

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9
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What is the purpose of a legend in a pie chart?

A

To label the segments

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10
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What is the most common way to label segments in a pie chart?

A

Percentages

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11
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What tool is commonly used to create pie charts?

A

Spreadsheet software

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12
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What is the recommended number of segments for a pie chart?

A

5 or fewer

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13
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True or False: Pie charts are best used for showing trends over time.

A

False

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14
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Fill in the blank: Pie charts are useful for showing ____________ of a whole.

A

Proportions

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15
Q

What color scheme is commonly used in pie charts?

A

Different colors for each segment

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16
Q

What is the main disadvantage of pie charts?

A

Difficulty in comparing individual values

17
Q

What should be used instead of a pie chart when precise values are needed?

A

Bar chart

18
Q

What is the key advantage of a pie chart over a bar chart?

A

Showing proportions visually

19
Q

What type of data is best suited for a pie chart?

A

Categorical data

20
Q

What is the recommended labeling for a pie chart?

A

Directly on the segments

21
Q

What is the best title for a pie chart?

A

Descriptive and concise

22
Q

What should be avoided when creating a 3D pie chart?

A

Adding unnecessary visual effects

23
Q

What is the purpose of exploding a segment in a pie chart?

A

To emphasize its importance

24
Q

True or False: Pie charts are effective for comparing individual values.

A

False

25
Q

What is the recommended aspect ratio for a pie chart?

A

1:1 (square)

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