one of the reasons to use graphics include: catching a reader’s attention; helping to communicate complex information; to clarify and emphasize information; to help non-native speakers understand information; and to communicate information to multiple audiences from diverse backgrounds. 

Find (or create) some numerical data and write a memo describing the data. The memo should describe the purpose and context of the data, and draw at least one conclusion. You should include the data in a table or an appropriate graphical representation (chart) of the data, or both. You should use the guidance given in Chapter 12 of the text. Typically, you would use Excel to create the table and chart, then import them into Word.