ICT Pop Quiz 2 (Charts)

What does a bar chart depict?

• Geographical data

• Trends over time

• Only percentages of a whole

• Numeric values against distinct categories

What shape does a pie chart take?

• Circle

• Rectangle

• Square

• Triangle

When is a pie chart a valid choice?

• When showing exact values

• When comparing averages

• When showing parts of a whole

• When displaying trends

What is a major limitation of pie charts?

• They are always more accurate than bar charts

• They cannot show proportions

• They are difficult to read with many slices

• They can only show one category

What is the best use of a bar chart?

• To show how parts contribute to a whole

• To compare different groups

• To display data over time

• To visualize geographic data

How many slices should a pie chart ideally have?

• Ten

• Five

• Two

• Twenty

What is a key advantage of bar charts over pie charts?

• They can show more categories clearly

• They are more colorful

• They are always more accurate

• They are easier to create

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

• Data that is not categorical

• Data that requires exact values

• Data that sums to a meaningful total

• Data that shows trends over time

What is a common mistake when using pie charts?

• Ignoring color choices

• Using them for part-to-whole comparisons

• Assuming all slices are equal

• Using too few slices

What should you do if unsure whether to use a pie chart or a bar chart?

• Always choose a pie chart

• Choose based on personal preference

• Experiment with both chart types

• Use a line chart instead