Question

Explain any five rules in the composition of the table. Or What things should be kept in mind while constructing a table?

Answer 1

We should keep the following rules in our mind while constructing a table: 

• Title/Heading : Each table should have clear, complete and brief title. The title should indicate the subject related to the data-items, time, classification basis, etc. 
• Cells and Rows : Keeping in mind the objective of tabulation and the available information, the number of columns and rows should be ascertained beforehand. Serial numbers should be marked on cells. Their title should be clear and brief and the unit of measurement should also be mentioned. 
• Comparison : Comparable data-items should be kept as close as possible in a table. Percentage, ratio, multiple, etc. derived values should also be kept close to their original values (data-items in nearby cells) with a viewpoint of convenience in comparison.
• Special Importance : To attract attention towards information of special importance, these should be written in bold/thick numerals. 
• Lines : Important information should be placed in cells having thick and deep lines, so that they attract the reader’s attention readily.