Chapter 9: Review
This chapter, Using Graphics in Reports, is intended to support your use of effective graphics in your ENGL 250 reports.
Here are the key takeaways from the chapter:
- The term “graphics” is used to refer to both figures and tables. Figures includes graphs, illustrations, diagrams, and photographs. (9.1)
- A number of guidelines should be followed when using graphics. (9.1)
- Tables are used to show data in an organized and clearly labeled way. (9.2)
- Graphs—including bar, pie, line, and scatterplot—also show data, but they provide a visual overview rather than the details that are included in a table. (9.3)
- Illustrations, diagrams, and photographs are other options you have for including graphics in reports. Each type should be used selectively and for specific purposes. (9.4)
