In the Financial Data and Projections section of the Paradise Kitchens marketing plan,the company chose to use a bar chart in addition to a numerical table to present its actual and projected sales revenues from 2011 to 2016.Paradise Kitchens made this decision because
A)the bar chart made the lack of sales for the previous years less dramatic.
B)the numerical sales figures were too difficult to interpret.
C)there was too much information to present in such small physical space.
D)a bar chart could gloss over inconsistencies and anomalies.
E)the bar chart more clearly shows the company's projected growth.

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The bar chart is a better choice because it can more clearly show the company's projected growth, which is an important aspect for potential investors or stakeholders to see. The numerical table could provide more detailed information, but it may be difficult to interpret and take up too much space. Using a bar chart also does not necessarily "gloss over inconsistencies and anomalies"; it is important to ensure that the data presented in the chart is accurate and representative. Additionally, using a bar chart does not necessarily make the lack of sales for previous years less dramatic, as the chart can still visually highlight any dips or shortcomings in sales.

In the Financial Data and Projections Section of the Paradise