What should the last slide of a presentation include?

• A. A summary of insights and a list of action items with timelines for completion
• B. The project budget and resources
• C. A copy of all data sources
• D. Biographies of speakers

Answer: (A)

The closing slide should move the audience from insight to action. A concise recap of the key findings paired with a concrete set of next steps, each with a person responsible and a clear deadline, gives decision-makers a tangible path forward. This combination reinforces what mattered and establishes accountability, so the presentation ends with direction rather than just data. Budget and resources belong in the planning or a prior section, not on the closing slide; a full list of data sources is usually kept in an appendix; biographies of speakers aren’t typically relevant to closing the discussion. Keep it short, readable, and action-oriented, often with a brief call to action or next steps and a way to follow up.