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 CHECKING LIST FOR GRAPHIC PRESENTATIONS

1. Are the data of the chart correct?

2. Has the best method been used for showing the data?

3. Are the proportions of the chart the best possible to show the data?

4. When the chart is reduced in size will the proportions be those best suited to the space in which it must be printed?

5. Are the proportions such that there will be sufficient space for the title of the chart when the chart has been reduced to final printing size?

6. Are all scales in place?

7. Have the scales been selected and placed in the best possible manner?

8. Are the points accurately plotted?

9. Are the numerical figures for the data shown as a portion of the chart?

10. Have the figures for the data been copied correctly?

11. Can the figures for the data be added and the total shown?

12. Are all dates accurately shown?

13. Is the zero of the vertical scale shown on the chart?

14. Are all zero lines and the 100 per cent lines made broad enough?

15. Are all lines on the chart broad enough to stand the reduction to the size used in printing?

16. Does lettering appear large enough and black enough when seen under a reducing glass in the size which will be used for printing?

17. Is all the lettering placed on the chart in the proper directions for reading?

18. Is cross-hatching well made with lines evenly spaced?

19. Can Ben Day work be used advantageously instead of cross-hatching?

20. Do the Ben Day shadings selected have sufficient contrast?

21. Are all instructions for Ben Day work given so that it will be impossible for the engraver to make a mistake?

22. Are dimension lines used wherever advantageous?

23. Is a key or legend necessary?

24. Does the key or legend correspond with the drawing?

25. Is there a complete title, clear and concise?

26. Is the drafting work of good quality?