Deck 17: Creating and Using Graphics

Question 1

Find four technical documents with symbols intended for international audiences. Write your instructor a memo discussing how well the symbols convey the meaning intended. Could there be any misunderstandings or other interpretations of any of the symbols? Include the symbol or a link to the document with the symbol in the memo.

Answer 1

Not A nswer

Question 2

If your purpose is to show a trend, which graphic is most appropriate?

A) pie chart
B) line graph
C) table
D) Gantt chart

Answer 2

B

Question 3

It can be a daunting task to try to drive in another country. Not only might you find yourself on what seems to be the wrong side of the road, but the signs have different meanings as well. You have decided to go on vacation with a friend. Pick another country that you would like to visit and use a search engine to find road signs and meanings for that country. (Hint: If you are unable to find information for your chosen country, try a more popular destination such as the UK.) Write an email to your friend explaining how well the road signs communicate their intended message to you. Were any of them unclear? If so, how? Were any of the meanings unexpected?

Answer 3

Not A nswer

Question 4

Which of the following uses of graphics is unethical?

A) cropping a photo to show the portion that supports your position
B) leaving out data points for a smoother line on a graph
C) changing a scale to make the information seem more significant
D) All of the above are correct.

Question 5

Which of these statements is NOT true of tables?

A) Tables are the most efficient way to display data or facts in a small amount of space.
B) Tables are composed of rows and columns.
C) Tables can be used to present verbal information rather than numerical data.
D) In tables, both x- and y-axes must start at zero.

Question 6

What is a line drawing or diagram?

Question 7

What file type is normally used for a low-resolution image?

A) . png
B) .gif
C) .tiff
D) .bmp

Question 8

What usually represents the "independent variable" on a line graph?

A) y-axis
B) darkest color
C) most dominant line
D) x-axis

Question 9

The width of the bars on a bar chart varies according to the data.

Question 10

Which of the following guidelines is helpful when using symbols transculturally?

A) Hand signals are universal across most cultures.
B) Animal symbols are generally considered safe for use in symbols.
C) Keep human icons simple.
D) Religious symbols should be used to show appreciation for diversity.

Question 11

In a line graph, the x- and y-axes do not need to start at zero.

Question 12

Find a data set. Create three different graphs to illustrate it. Describe what each type of graph illustrates best.

Question 13

Which type of graphic is best for comparing two or more quantities?

A) pie chart
B) line graph
C) bar chart
D) flowchart

Question 14

A flowchart is the best graphic to represent

A) data or facts for analysis and comparison.
B) how things, people, or steps are linked together.
C) a visual guide to a series of steps.
D) how a whole is divided into parts.

Question 15

What are the guidelines for photographing for your technical document?

Question 16

What is the "Rule of Thirds?"

A) The Rule of Thirds requires that all data have at least three points.
B) The Rule of Thirds means the focal point of a picture will appear where the top third of the picture begins.
C) The Rule of Thirds means that a pie chart should contain at least three sections.
D) None of these is correct.

Question 17

Illustrations are often better than photographs at depicting buildings, equipment, and schematic designs.

Question 18

Which of the following guidelines applies to graphics?

A) A graphic should be labeled and placed properly.
B) A graphic should be ethical.
C) A graphic should reinforce the written text.
D) All of the above are appropriate guidelines for graphics.