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Show Me the Numbers

by Stephen Few

ISBN13: 9780970601995
ISBN10: 0970601999
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Tables and graphs can more adequately communicate important business information when they reflect the good design practices discussed in this practical guide to effective table and graph design. Information is provided on the fundamental concepts of table and graph design, the numbers and knowledge most suitable for display in a graphic form, the best tabular means to communicate certain ideas, and the component-level aspects of design. Analysts, technicians, and managers will appreciate the solid theory behind this outline for ensuring that tables and graphs present quantitative business information in a truthful, attractive format that facilitates better decision making.

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Stephen Few is the founder of the consulting firm Perceptual Edge. He has more than 20 years of experience as a consultant and educator in the fields of data warehousing and information design. He lives in Berkeley, California.

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ISBN:: 9780970601995
Subtitle:: Designing Tables and Graphs to Enlighten
Author:: Few, Stephen
Publisher:: Analytics Press
Subject:: Graphic Methods
Subject:: Presentation graphics software
Subject:: Graphic design (Typography)
Subject:: Mathematics - General
Edition Description:: Trade Cloth
Publication Date:: 20040901
Binding:: Hardback
Language:: English
Illustrations:: FOUR-COLOR INTERIOR
Pages:: 280
Dimensions:: 11.00 x 8.50 in 2.86 lb

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