Which of the following is NOT an advantage of tabular presentation of data?

Analyze the question: The question asks for the option that is NOT an advantage of presenting data in a table. So four options are benefits of tables, and one is a drawback or something unrelated.

Concept: A table arranges data in rows and columns. Its main advantages are:

• It organizes data neatly, so figures are easy to locate.
• It allows easy comparison between figures or categories.
• It shows trends (rising or falling values) at a glance.
• It provides a base for further calculations, such as totals, averages, percentages and other derived quantities.

Checking each option:

• A. Easy location of required figures: This is an advantage, because rows and columns make figures easy to find.
• B. Helps to calculate derived quantities: This is an advantage, because you can compute totals, means and so on directly from the table.
• C. Easy comparison of figures: This is an advantage, since values sit side by side.
• D. Occupies more space than a mathematical equation: This is a disadvantage, not an advantage. Taking up more space is a weakness, not a benefit.
• E. Shows whether figures are increasing or decreasing: This is an advantage, because trends are visible.

Tip: In "NOT an advantage" questions, look for the option that sounds negative or neutral (like "occupies more space") while the others describe clear benefits such as ease, comparison and clarity.