Conclusion

This chapter has shown that data can be presented in three forms — textual, tabular and diagrammatic — and that the right choice depends on the data.

• Textual presentation suits a small quantity of data and lets particular points be emphasised in words.
• Tabular presentation accommodates large volumes for one or more variables and organises them for further analysis.
• Diagrammatic presentation gives the quickest comprehension, translating numbers into pictures. …