H1Beginner
Chart Selection Training
30 minWhen presenting data
Format: Given a data type, choose the most appropriate chart.
| Data Type | Best Chart | Wrong Choice |
|---|---|---|
| Trends over time | Line chart | Pie chart |
| Part-to-whole proportions | Pie/Donut chart | Line chart |
| Category comparison | Bar chart | Scatter plot |
| Relationship between two variables | Scatter plot | Pie chart |
| Geographic distribution | Map/Heatmap | Bar chart |
Exercise: Which chart would you use for each of these?
- Revenue changes over the past 12 months
- User source distribution by channel
- User age distribution
- Feature usage frequency ranking
- Relationship between signup rate and retention rate