CBA Color Theory & Creative Design Principles

Question 1

Which color scheme uses colors that are directly opposite each other on the color wheel?

Accepted Answer

Complementary

Answer

Complementary colors are positioned directly opposite each other on the color wheel, creating high contrast and visual impact.

Question 2

What term describes the lightness or darkness of a color?

Accepted Answer

Value

Answer

Value refers to how light or dark a color appears, ranging from white (high value) to black (low value).

Question 3

In balloon décor, which design principle refers to the visual weight distribution across an arrangement?

Accepted Answer

Balance

Answer

Balance refers to the distribution of visual weight in a design so that no single area feels heavier or lighter than another.

Question 4

In balloon design, 'warm colors' typically include which of the following groups?

Accepted Answer

Reds, oranges, and yellows

Answer

Warm colors include reds, oranges, and yellows — hues associated with fire and sunlight that evoke energy and excitement.

Question 5

A monochromatic color scheme in balloon design uses:

Accepted Answer

Various tints, shades, and tones of a single hue

Answer

A monochromatic scheme uses one base hue and varies it through tints (adding white), shades (adding black), and tones (adding gray).

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