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where each sector shows the relative size of each value. It
always shows only one data series. It is useful when you want
to emphasise on a significant element.
Bar Chart: The bar chart displays the data in the
form of long rectangular rods also called bars. These bars
can be placed horizontally on the chart area. It illustrates
the comparisons amongst the individual items. In this
chart, categories are represented on the vertical axis
and values are represented on the horizontal axis.
Area Chart: It is used to display the quantitative
magnitude of the data graphically. These charts are
based on the features of the line chart. They basically
emphasise the area between the line and the axis with
the help of the colours, textures, pictures, etc.
Scatter Chart: Scatter charts are also known as XY
scatter plot charts. They show the correlations between the
two sets of values. The x and y axes are used to represent
the data plots on the chart.
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Write the names of any four types of charts.
1. ____________________ 2. ____________________
3. ____________________ 4. ____________________
CREATING A CHART
Now that you have learnt about different types of charts. Let us
learn how to create charts.
To create a chart, follow these steps:
Data for the chart
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