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Burndown charts plot the remaining work (or unresolved issues) on the vertical axis and time on the horizontal axis. The chart begins with an initial baseline, representing the total amount of work at the start of the projecttime period, and tracks the reduction of this work over time. As work is completed or issues are resolved, the chart shows a downward trend. The ideal trend line represents the expected progress, offering a point of comparison for the team’s actual performance.
By comparing the actual progress to the ideal line, the burndown chart helps teams:
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