Data is: very general information that most people already know
factual information used as a basis for reasoning
the only information that should be used in an infographic
unnecessary in an infographic

Hello~

Data is factual information used as a basis for reasoning!

Good luck~

Ary~

explanation:

it's important for any number of settings.   but then i'm a retired teacher and my view may be biased.

it certainly will not weigh as a minus when applying to a college, while poor grades always work against you.

other factors are important like what you do to improve the community.  

correct!

hope this !

~coco