Visualization & Communications

Question 1

Qualitative Visuals

Answer 1

Mind Maps

Conceptual Maps

Verbatim Quotes (summarized or anonymized)

Question 2

Quantitative Visuals

Answer 2

Table - You need to show exact numbers

Pie Chart - Showing parts of a whole (e.g., market share)

Bar Graph - Comparing categories Sort values, avoid stacking

Line Graph - Showing trends over time

Question 3

What is the best type of chart for tracking a trend over time?

Answer 3

Line Graph

Question 4

When should you use a table instead of a graph?

Answer 4

When exact numbers are important and you have many values to display.