Compare Figures 10-8a and 10-8b and reflect the changes to the guidelines summarized in Table 10-7. What improvements can be found?

 Figures 10-8a

 Figures 10-8b

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TABLE 10-7 General Guidelines for Displaying Tables and Lists Use Meaningful Labels: All columns and rows should have meaningful labels. Labels should be separated from other information by using highlighting. Redisplay labels when the data extend beyond a single screen or page. Formatting Columns, Rows, and Text: Sort in a meaningful order (e.g., ascending, descending, or alphabetic). Place a blank line between every five rows in long columns. Similar information displayed in multiple columns should be sorted vertically (i.e., read from top to bottom, not left to right). Columns should have at least two spaces between them. Allow white space on printed reports for user to write notes. Use a single typeface, except for emphasis. Use same family of typefaces within and across displays and reports. Avoid overly fancy fonts. Formatting Numeric, Textual, and Alphanumeric Data: Right-justify numeric data and align columns by decimal points or other delimiter. Left-justify textual data. Use short line length, usually 30-40 characters per line (this is what newspapers use, and it is easier to speed-read). Break long sequences of alphanumeric data into small groups of three to four characters each.