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6.4.3.Weekly challenge 4
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A data analyst gives a presentation about predicting upcoming investment opportunities. How does establishing a hypothesis help the audience understand their predictions?
It summarizes the findings succinctly- It provides context about the presentation’s purpose
It visualizes the data clearly and conciselyIt describes the data thoroughly
Correct. Establishing a hypothesis provides the audience with context about the analyst’s presentation. In this scenario, it establishes what the analyst wants to prove or disprove about which investment opportunities are most promising.
What is the final step and "so what?" moment when presenting a data visualization with the McCandless Method?
Answer obvious questions before they’re askedCall out data to support that insight- Describe why the graphic matters
State the insight of the graphic
Correct. The most complex part of the McCandless Method is telling the audience why your graphic matters. When presenting to stakeholders, this is when you discuss the clear actions they can take and the impact of your findings.
An analyst introduces a graph to their audience to explain an analysis they performed. Which strategy would allow the audience to absorb the data visualizations? Select all that apply.
Practicing breathing exercisesImproving body language- Using the five-second rule
- Starting with broad ideas
Correct. When introducing a data visualization, an analyst can use the five-second rule to allow their audience to absorb the data visualizations presented. They can also start with broad ideas to simplify the explanation about the visualization’s purpose.
You are preparing to present in front of a large audience. Which of the following is a best practice for speaking to an audience?
- Speak at a relaxed pace in short sentences
Take as few pauses as possibleTake long pauses between sentencesSpeak as quickly as possible
Correct. Speaking at a relaxed pace in short sentences is a best practice for a presentation. A large audience will have an easier time following your points if you use public speaking best practices.
You are running a colleague test with your coworkers. One coworker points out that she doesn’t understand one of your graphs. What can you do to prepare for presenting to your stakeholders? Select all that apply.
- Redesign the graph
Move the graph to a later slideRemove the graph- Elaborate on the data from the graph
Correct. If you receive a concern from a colleague about one of your data visualizations, you can redesign it or elaborate on the data it displays. By running a Colleague Test, you can catch and fix issues with your presentation before getting in front of your audience.
Your stakeholders express concern that the results of your analysis are very different from the predictions they made last year. Which kind of objection are they making?
DataAnalysisPresentation skills- Findings
Correct. When a stakeholder is concerned about the results of your analysis, they are making an objection about your findings. This is when someone objects to problems or inconsistencies in your final results.
You are on a team of analysts presenting to your stakeholders. Your teammate responds to an objection about your steps of analysis by repeating the steps and then getting defensive when the stakeholders don’t seem to understand. What could they have done to respond to the objection more appropriately? Select all that apply.
- Promise to investigate your analysis question further
Remind the stakeholders of your successes- Acknowledge that the objection is valid
- Describe the approach you took in your analysis
Correct. Instead of getting defensive, your coworker should have acknowledged that the objection was valid. Simply repeating the steps you took may not be helpful. By describing your approach and promising to investigate the matter further, your coworker can respond to an objection appropriately and reassure the stakeholders.
You notice that your audience is not as engaged as you’d like during your Q&A. Which of the following are ways to get them more involved?
- Ask them for insights
Repeat your key findingsWait longer for the audience to ask questionsKeep your pitch level
Correct. One way to engage your audience is to ask them if they know anything about the topic you’re presenting about. You can enrich the discussion if they do and would like to share their insights.
You are giving a presentation to an audience that knows very little about your subject. Which concept in the McCandless Method offers you the opportunity to avoid people getting distracted by something they don't understand?
Tell the audience why the graphic mattersState the insight of the graphicIntroduce the graphic by name- Answer obvious questions before they’re asked
Correct. According to the McCandless Method, the earliest opportunity to provide context to your audience is when you answer obvious questions before they’re asked.
Fill in the blank: You are working as a data analyst at a gas company and want to learn more about top-performing staff members. You create a _____, which states that employee success hinges on a successful onboarding process when people are first hired. You hope to either prove or disprove this theory with your data.
trendbusiness taskstatistic- hypothesis
Correct. You create a hypothesis. A hypothesis is the theory you try to prove or disprove with data.
You are introducing a data visualization during your presentation and are concerned that it may overwhelm your audience. How can you help your audience when you first introduce it?
- Wait five seconds
Define each parameterThoroughly explain the contextDescribe each graph quickly
Correct. It’s helpful to wait five seconds after you first introduce a data visualization. This gives your audience time to process your data before you discuss it, reducing the chance of overwhelming them.
You are preparing for a presentation and want to make sure your nerves don’t distract you from your presentation. Which practices can help you stay focused on an audience? Select all that apply.
- Keep the pitch of your voice level
Speak as quickly and briefly as possible- Be mindful of nervous habits
- Use short sentences
Correct. Some helpful ways to focus on an audience include being mindful of nervous habits, using short sentences, and keeping an even pitch. By using these strategies, you can reduce the risk of getting distracted during your presentation.
You are presenting to your stakeholders and want to convey confidence. How should your body language reflect your composure? Select all that apply.
Pace as you speak to the audienceGesture enthusiastically to illustrate each point- Stand up straight and be still
- Make eye contact with audience members
Correct. If you want to seem confident to your stakeholders, try to keep your body language poised while presenting. Standing straight, keeping still, and making eye contact will also help you avoid distracting your audience.
You run a colleague test on your presentation before getting in front of an audience. Your coworker asks a question about a section of your analysis, but addressing their concern would mean adding information you didn’t plan to include. How should you proceed with building your presentation?
Remove the section of the analysis that prompted the questionLeave the presentation as-isKeep the concern in mind and anticipate that stakeholders may ask the same question- Expand your presentation by including the information
Correct. In this scenario, adding the information can help elaborate on important information. If your colleague has a question about your presentation, it is likely that your audience will too. Addressing concerns brought up during a Colleague Test can help you improve your presentation in ways you might not have anticipated.
Your stakeholders are concerned about the source of your data. They are unfamiliar with the organization that ran the analyses you referenced in your presentation. Which kind of objection are they making?
AnalysisPresentation skillsFindings- Data
Correct. When a stakeholder is concerned about the source of your data, they are making an objection about your data. This is when someone objects to the source or relevance of the data you use.
A stakeholder objects to the steps of your analysis. What are some appropriate ways to respond to this objection? Select all that apply.
- Explain why you think any discrepancies exist
Defend the results of your analysis- Take steps to investigate your analysis question further
- Communicate the assumptions you made in your analysis
Correct. When responding to a concerned or objecting stakeholder, you can communicate the assumptions you made to clarify if they are accurate. You can also explain why you think the discrepancies exist and promise to investigate the matter further.
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