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Data Analysis & Reporting Flashcards

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  1. An executive director notices that monthly revenue reports show high variance. Which statistical measure best quantifies this inconsistency?

    Answer: Standard deviation

    Standard deviation measures the spread of data points around the mean, directly quantifying variance in revenue figures.

  2. A nonprofit's program data shows a correlation coefficient of -0.85 between staff turnover and client satisfaction. What does this indicate?

    Answer: As turnover increases, satisfaction tends to decrease

    A correlation of -0.85 is a strong negative relationship, meaning higher turnover is associated with lower client satisfaction.

  3. Which data visualization type is most appropriate for showing how a budget is distributed across multiple program areas?

    Answer: Pie chart

    A pie chart is ideal for displaying part-to-whole relationships, such as how total budget is divided among departments.

  4. A CED candidate reviews a report where the mean program cost is $50,000 but the median is $28,000. What does this suggest about the data?

    Answer: A few very high-cost programs are skewing the average upward

    When the mean greatly exceeds the median, a small number of high outlier values are pulling the mean upward in a right-skewed distribution.

  5. Which type of report is most useful for comparing an organization's performance metrics against industry benchmarks?

    Answer: Benchmarking report

    A benchmarking report directly compares an organization's key metrics to peer organizations or industry standards.

  6. An executive director uses a dashboard that updates in real time. Which data characteristic makes this possible?

    Answer: Live or streaming data feeds

    Real-time dashboards rely on live or streaming data feeds that continuously push updated information to the display.

  7. When presenting data findings to a board of directors, which practice best ensures clarity and decision-making effectiveness?

    Answer: Lead with key insights and use visuals to support conclusions

    Leading with key insights and supporting visuals helps board members quickly grasp findings and make informed decisions.