An analyst wishes to emphasize the magnitude (in dollars)of sales generated by each of three brands for the year ending December 31,2008,as well as the relative sales of each brand.Which of the following is the most appropriate chart for this purpose?
A)Stacked line chart
B)Aggregate pie chart
C)Histogram
D)One-scale bar chart
E)Line chart

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A one-scale bar chart would be the most appropriate chart for emphasizing the magnitude and relative sales of each brand. It allows for easy comparison of the sales figures for each brand in a visually clear and simple way. A stacked line chart could also show relative sales, but it may be less effective in emphasizing the magnitude of sales for each brand individually. An aggregate pie chart and a histogram are not suitable for comparing sales figures of different brands. A line chart would show trends over time but may not effectively emphasize the magnitude of sales for the year ending December 31, 2008.

An Analyst Wishes to Emphasize the Magnitude (In Dollars)of Sales