Khaled has found a reliable chart that reports statistics on the increase of drought conditions in the United States. He plans to use this graphic in his presentation on climate change.

Total Water Withdrawals, Top States, 2010

\begin{tabular}{|l|l|l|}
\hline State & \begin{tabular}{l}
Percentage of \\
total \\
withdrawals
\end{tabular} & \begin{tabular}{l}
Cumulative \\
percentage of total \\
withdrawals
\end{tabular} \\
\hline California & [tex]$11 \%$[/tex] & [tex]$11 \%$[/tex] \\
\hline Texas & [tex]$7 \%$[/tex] & [tex]$18 \%$[/tex] \\
\hline Idaho & [tex]$5 \%$[/tex] & [tex]$23 \%$[/tex] \\
\hline Florida & [tex]$4 \%$[/tex] & [tex]$27 \%$[/tex] \\
\hline Illinois & [tex]$4 \%$[/tex] & [tex]$30 \%$[/tex] \\
\hline
\end{tabular}

Which piece of information must be included with the graphic?

A. Its publisher and date of publication
B. Khaled's full name and grade in school
C. Several sentences describing the chart
D. A photo to help illustrate the chart



Answer :

When using a graphic or chart in a presentation, especially on a topic as significant as climate change, it is essential to include certain pieces of information to ensure credibility and proper sourcing. The most crucial piece of information to include with such a graphic is its publisher and date of publication.

Here’s why:
1. Publisher and Date of Publication: This provides the source of the data, helping the audience assess the reliability and currency of the information presented. It allows others to reference or verify the data.

The other options, while potentially useful, are not as critical:
- Khaled's full name and grade in school: This personal information is not necessary for the credibility of the data itself and does not contribute to the audience's understanding of the source or reliability of the statistics.
- Several sentences describing the chart: Descriptive text can enhance understanding, but the essential information regarding the data's source remains the publisher and date of publication.
- A photo to help illustrate the chart: A photo can be visually engaging but is not essential for establishing the credibility of the data.

Therefore, the correct piece of information that must be included with the graphic is:
- Its publisher and date of publication.