Cumulative curve
Pareto chart (when showing cumulative frequency/impact); ogive chart
This is a line graph that shows the running total of a variable over time or across categories. It's useful for understanding the accumulation of something and tracking progress towards a goal.
Use when you want to focus on the overall trend rather than on individual data points. Clearly label the axes with the time period and units of measurement.
1. To show the cumulative adoption of a new technology over time.
2. To show the cumulative number of employees who have completed a new training program over time.
Show the cumulative number of new customers acquired each quarter. [QUERY: This isn't a question we'd ask in a survey..? ]
Date/Time response, Numerical response, Single mention