What should the metrics and data slide communicate?

• A. How metrics support your insights, with clear labels and visualizations
• B. The color palette for charts
• C. A history of the company
• D. The presenter’s favorite metrics only

Answer: (B)

The main idea is that the metrics slide should translate data into a clear, concise story by showing how the numbers support your insights. Present the key metrics with labels that explain what’s being measured, the units, and the time frame, then pair them with visuals that reveal the trend, comparison, or progression toward a target. Use visuals that make the takeaway obvious at a glance, and add brief annotations or captions to state the insight the data supports. Keep the slide focused and free of clutter, so the audience isn’t distracted by irrelevant details like a company history or personal favorites, and let the charts’ readability do the talking.