ACA 3D Modeling and Visualization 2

Question 1

In 3ds Max, which modifier smooths a low-poly mesh by subdividing faces and rounding edges?

Accepted Answer

TurboSmooth

Answer

TurboSmooth subdivides geometry and rounds corners, which gives a smoother surface.

Question 2

Which polygon component in Maya is defined by exactly two vertices?

Accepted Answer

Edge

Answer

An edge is the line segment that connects two vertices.

Question 3

A modeler needs a hollow cup from a solid cylinder. Which 3ds Max modifier adds thickness to a surface with an open top?

Accepted Answer

Shell

Answer

Shell adds inner or outer thickness to a surface, which makes it a solid object with walls.

Question 4

What does the term 'n-gon' mean in polygon modeling?

Accepted Answer

A polygon with more than four sides

Answer

An n-gon is a face with five or more sides, and it can cause shading and subdivision artifacts.

Question 5

In Maya, which tool cuts a new edge loop all the way around a mesh?

Accepted Answer

Insert Edge Loop

Answer

Insert Edge Loop adds a continuous loop of edges across connected quads.

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