Chapter Eleven Creating Tables and Figures. Types and Purposes of Illustrations Type of IllustrationPurposeAdvantage(s)Disadvantage(s) Tables Bar/Column.

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Chapter Eleven Creating Tables and Figures

Types and Purposes of Illustrations Type of IllustrationPurposeAdvantage(s)Disadvantage(s) Tables Bar/Column graphs Circle graphs Line graphs Photographs Diagrams Flow charts

Functions of Illustrations Illustrate trends in data Accentuate the differences in data Summarize information Show relationships between quantities of data Emphasize or reinforce the meaning of data Visualize processes

Functions of Illustrations Improve the impact of your message Simplify concepts Present objects

Guidelines for Creating Illustrations Stay simple Critically evaluate computer-generated illustrations Consider size and cost

Guidelines for Creating Illustrations Cover your T.A.I.L.S. Title illustration thoughtfully. Check audience appropriateness of design, technicality. Integrate the illustration by placing it right after a clear reference which includes figure or table number, then explain the illustration and clarify its purpose. Label illustrations accurately (figure/table #, x- and y- axis labels, pie section labels, etc.). Accurately cite your source(s) for data and/or for the whole illustration.