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IN THIS CHAPTER

Introducing graphs

Working with Excel’s graphics capabilities

Adding Sparklines

The visual presentation of data is extremely important in statistics. Visual presentation enables you to discern relationships and trends you might not see if you look only at numbers. Visual presentation helps in another way: It’s valuable for presenting ideas to groups and making them understand your point of view.

Graphs come in many varieties. In this chapter, I explore the types of graphs you use in statistics and explain when it’s advisable to use them. I also show you how to use Excel to create those graphs.