Tables
Overview of how to use tables to help people understand complex concepts.
Clarify with tables
You can shorten and clarify complex material by using lists and tables. Tables help your audience see relationships that are often hidden in dense text. And for most readers, it’s not necessary to understand all possibilities and conditions, only those that apply to the reader’s situation.
Dependent status | 30% disability rating (in U.S. $) | 40% disability rating (in U.S. $) | 50% disability rating (in U.S. $) | 60% disability rating (in U.S. $) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Veteran alone (no dependents) | 537.42 | 774.16 | 1,102.04 | 1395.93 |
With spouse (no parents or children) | 601.42 | 859.16 | 1,208.04 | 1,523.93 |
With spouse and 1 parent (no children) | 652.42 | 927.16 | 1,293.04 | 1,625.93 |
With spouse and 2 parents (no children) | 703.42 | 995.16 | 1,378.04 | 1,727.93 |
With 1 parent (no spouse or children) | 588.42 | 842.16 | 1,187.04 | 1,497.93 |
With 2 parents (no spouse or children) | 639.42 | 910.16 | 1,270.04 | 1,599.93 |
Additional resources
Tables have specific accessibility requirements. For more information, visit:
- Section508.gov: Guide to Accessible Web Design & Development: Tables.
- U.S. Web Design System: Accessibility guidance for tables.
