Question

A canned food manufacturer has its manufacturing plants in three locations across a state. Their product has to be transported to three central distribution centers, which in turn disperse the goods to seventy-two stores across the state. Which visualization tool could help understand this problem better?

a. A time-series plot
b. A network graph
c. A scatter chart
d. A contour plot

Answer 1

Answer:

b.

Explanation:

A Network graph is a type of visualization, where networks of connected entities are presented as links and nodes. Nodes are data points and links are the connections between these data points.

Through the network graph we see the interconnection of things. the use of nodes and link lines represents these connections and shows what kind of relationship exists between a group of units.

Answer 2

Answer:

b. A network graph

Explanation:

Network graphs or diagram displays interconnections between a group of variables. Each group is been represented by a vertice or node . Connections between vertices are represented by edges or sometimes links. The canned food manufacturer will use a network graph, as it will displays or show better visualization and better understanding of the problem.