Which of the following should be undertaken in designing a dashboard?
A) using seven or fewer graphs, charts, maps or tables on one dashboard
B) avoiding the use of visual displays that combine real images with data
C) using 3D animation and as many animations as possible to make them interactive
D) including graphical tools such as pie charts to simplify interpretation of data

Question

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Using seven or fewer visual displays on one dashboard ensures that the dashboard is not cluttered, overwhelming, or confusing to the viewer.

Answer: B
 Visual displays that combine real images with data may be distracting or misleading to the viewer, undermining the accuracy and message of the dashboard.

Answer: D
 While 3D animation and excessive animations may make the dashboard interactive, they may also distract the viewer from the actual data. Pie charts are a simple and effective way to visually present data, making it easier to interpret.

Which of the Following Should Be Undertaken in Designing a Dashboard