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5.3.1. Appropriate Visualizations
Choosing the right chart is crucial for clarity:
| Visualization | Best For | Avoid When |
|---|---|---|
| Bar/Column Charts | Comparisons between categories | More than 10-12 categories |
| Line Charts | Trends over time | Non-continuous data |
| Pie Charts | Proportions of a whole | More than 5-6 slices |
| Scatter Plots | Correlation between two numeric values | Non-numeric data |
| Cards | Single KPI values | Multiple related values |
| Tables | Detailed lookup | Executive summaries |
Written byAlvin Varughese
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