Question 1

A segmented or stacked bar chart

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A) shows how individual components contribute to a total number. 
B) shows the correlation between two items. 
C) compares quantities that require different intervals. 
D) identifies positive and negative values. 
A) shows how individual components contribute to a total number. 
B) shows the correlation between two items. 
C) compares quantities that require different intervals. 
D) identifies positive and negative values. A

Question 2

The best visual for illustrating a manufacturer's quality control process would be a

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A) line chart. 
B) flowchart. 
C) scatter diagram. 
D) pie chart. 
A) line chart. 
B) flowchart. 
C) scatter diagram. 
D) pie chart. B

Question 3

Infographics are limited to showing stylized versions of charts and graphs.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

A(n)________ ________ chart shows how much time is needed to complete each task in a given project.

Accepted Answer

time line
Explanatio

Question 5

A surface chart is

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A) a type of three-dimensional pie chart. 
B) a form of line chart in which all the lines add up to the top line. 
C) a type of map showing various terrains. 
D) used to show interrelationships within an organization. 
A) a type of three-dimensional pie chart. 
B) a form of line chart in which all the lines add up to the top line. 
C) a type of map showing various terrains. 
D) used to show interrelationships within an organization.

Question 6

During the post-production stage of a business video, you can

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A) add transitions between video segments. 
B) identify the shots you want to keep and those you want to delete. 
C) synchronize the main audio track with the video and record narration. 
D) all of the above. 
A) add transitions between video segments. 
B) identify the shots you want to keep and those you want to delete. 
C) synchronize the main audio track with the video and record narration. 
D) all of the above.

Question 7

In business presentations, maintaining consistency among your visuals is less important than impressing the audience with a wide range of special effects.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Briefly explain the difference between descriptive titles and informative titles for visuals, and provide an example of each.

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Informative titles do more than simply i

Question 9

All of the following guidelines except ________ will help you avoid ethical lapses when you're creating visual support for a business message.

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A) aggregating data carefully 
B) oversimplifying complex situations 
C) providing background information 
D) avoiding emotional manipulation 
A) aggregating data carefully 
B) oversimplifying complex situations 
C) providing background information 
D) avoiding emotional manipulation

Question 10

The edge of the bottom section of a surface chart shows the cumulative total for all of the categories.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

CAD stands for

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A) charts automatically designed. 
B) complete audiovisual display. 
C) computer-aided design. 
D) computer adaptable display. 
A) charts automatically designed. 
B) complete audiovisual display. 
C) computer-aided design. 
D) computer adaptable display.

Question 12

When you need to show processes, transformations, and other activities, the most effective visual choice would be

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A) infographics. 
B) flowcharts and diagrams. 
C) animations and videos. 
D) data visualizations. 
A) infographics. 
B) flowcharts and diagrams. 
C) animations and videos. 
D) data visualizations.

Question 13

Because of the costs of reproduction, photographs are usually not used in business reports.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The best type of visual for showing that annual consumer spending has decreased over the past ten years would be

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A) a table. 
B) a pie chart. 
C) a line chart. 
D) an organization chart. 
A) a table. 
B) a pie chart. 
C) a line chart. 
D) an organization chart.

Question 15

According to the concept of visual symbolism, many shapes and colors have the same meaning, across a wide variety of cultures.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A(n)________ is a poor choice for noticing mathematical trends.

Accepted Answer

table
Explanation:It is very difficult t

Question 17

What three questions should you ask in verifying the quality of the visuals you include in business messages?

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(1)Is the visual acc

Question 18

What are the "five Cs" to consider when you're deciding which points to illustrate with visuals?

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(1)Clear: The human mind is extremely ad

Question 19

Define and explain the "visual evolution in business communication."

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Several technological and social factors

Question 20

When preparing a line chart, keep in mind that you should

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A) never leave out increments from the vertical axis. 
B) be especially careful to avoid distorting the data. 
C) never include negative numbers on the vertical axis. 
D) all of the above. 
A) never leave out increments from the vertical axis. 
B) be especially careful to avoid distorting the data. 
C) never include negative numbers on the vertical axis. 
D) all of the above.

Exam 9: Visual Media

A segmented or stacked bar chart

The best visual for illustrating a manufacturer's quality control process would be a

Infographics are limited to showing stylized versions of charts and graphs.

A(n)________ ________ chart shows how much time is needed to complete each task in a given project.

A surface chart is

During the post-production stage of a business video, you can

In business presentations, maintaining consistency among your visuals is less important than impressing the audience with a wide range of special effects.

Briefly explain the difference between descriptive titles and informative titles for visuals, and provide an example of each.

All of the following guidelines except ________ will help you avoid ethical lapses when you're creating visual support for a business message.

The edge of the bottom section of a surface chart shows the cumulative total for all of the categories.

CAD stands for

When you need to show processes, transformations, and other activities, the most effective visual choice would be

Because of the costs of reproduction, photographs are usually not used in business reports.

The best type of visual for showing that annual consumer spending has decreased over the past ten years would be

According to the concept of visual symbolism, many shapes and colors have the same meaning, across a wide variety of cultures.

A(n)________ is a poor choice for noticing mathematical trends.

What three questions should you ask in verifying the quality of the visuals you include in business messages?

What are the "five Cs" to consider when you're deciding which points to illustrate with visuals?

Define and explain the "visual evolution in business communication."

When preparing a line chart, keep in mind that you should

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