DA0-002 Visualization and Reporting Practice Question
A data analyst is designing a dashboard and wants to maximize the data-ink ratio. Which action aligns with this principle?
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Why each option matters
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Removing unnecessary gridlines
Data-ink ratio focuses on removing non-data ink (chartjunk) and emphasizing data. Using minimal gridlines reduces non-data ink.
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Removing unnecessary gridlines
Why this is correct
Removing unnecessary gridlines reduces non-data ink and improves the data-ink ratio.
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Using 3D effects for bars
Why it's wrong here
3D effects are chartjunk and reduce data-ink ratio.
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Adding a background image
Why it's wrong here
Background images add non-data ink and reduce the ratio.
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Using bright colors for all elements
Why it's wrong here
Bright colors do not necessarily improve data-ink ratio; they can be chartjunk.
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