WorksheetsISEL 603
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 17mins
What is a common pitfall in data storytelling?
Having a clear call to action
Misleading with visuals or cherry-picked data
Highlighting key trends
Using a consistent theme
KPI stands for:
Key Process Insight
Key Performance Indicator
Knowledge Plot Integration
Known Predictive Insight
In geographic visualization, a choropleth map is used to:
Show the location of WiFi
Represent values with color shading
Measure 3D elevation
Plot time-series data
Dashboards are useful for business because they:
Provide static reports
Offer real-time insights
Remove the need for human decisions
Work only offline
What does GIS stand for in geographic visualization?
General Information System
Geographic Insight Software
Geographic Information System
Graph Integrated System
KPIs are used in dashboards to:
Track personal goals
Monitor business performance metrics
Create social media campaigns
Predict weather conditions
What is the primary purpose of a geographic heat map in data visualization?
Show numerical values in tables
Visualize the distribution of values across a region
Rank top-performing employees
Track social media likes
Which visualization is best for showing progress toward a goal in a business dashboard?
Pie chart
Scatter plot
Gauge or bullet chart
Histogram
In data storytelling, which element is most important to ensure the message is clear?
The number of charts
The technical language used
The narrative flow
The color palette
The best practice when telling a story with data is to:
Use only numbers
Add animations for visual appeal
Start with a question or challenge
Avoid using labels
SHORT ANSWER:
(10 pts) Explain how a dashboard can help a business manager make a data-driven decision. Provide a specific example.
SHORT ANSWER:
(10 pts) Describe one scenario where geographic visualization can be used in a real-world context. What data is involved and how does it help decision-making?
SHORT ANSWER:
(10 pts) What makes a good data story? List at least three elements and briefly explain why each is important.
