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Yes/ No Questions

Data visualization suggestions for Survey questions in which the respondent has the option to reply Yes or No.

Example:

Suggested Visualizations

 
Pie Charts are good for binary questions as they will not become overly cramped with slices. Remember that the human eye has a difficult time differentiating between the size of circles, so be sure to add additional labeling.
The Donut Chart s a variation of the Pie chart and can be used for basically the same things. You can also add a large call-out variable in the middle of a donut chart.
Add another dimension (like demographic) with a 100% Bar Chart. 100% Bar Charts can be used to show parts of a whole, like a pie or donut chart, but can be lined up and compared against each other to show the different lengths of the bars for the categories.

Help With Creating these Visualizations

Each tool has an option to learn from an article or video!

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