What should the final slide include?

• A. Include a summary of insights and a list of action items with timelines for completion
• B. Present raw data without interpretation
• C. End with unrelated topics
• D. Include only data without recommendations

Answer: (A)

The final slide should close with a concise synthesis that ties what was found to what should happen next. It’s best when it includes a brief recap of the key insights and a clear set of action items, each with ownership and timelines for completion. This format helps decision-makers grasp the implications quickly and know exactly what to do, by whom, and by when, enabling movement from analysis to execution. Presenting raw data without interpretation leaves the audience without direction, and ending with unrelated topics distracts from closure. Including only data without recommendations also fails to provide a path forward. So the strongest end point is a slide that summarizes the findings and translates them into actionable steps with deadlines.