CDA Design Principles & Color Theory 2

Question 1

In the Munsell color system, which three attributes are used to precisely describe any color?

Accepted Answer

Hue, value, and chroma

Answer

The Munsell system uses hue (color identity), value (lightness/darkness), and chroma (saturation/intensity) to define color precisely.

Question 2

Which design principle refers to the visual weight and distribution of elements to create stability in a composition?

Accepted Answer

Balance

Answer

Balance is the principle that distributes visual weight across a composition to create a sense of stability and equilibrium.

Question 3

A color scheme using hues that are evenly spaced around the color wheel is called:

Accepted Answer

Triadic

Answer

A triadic color scheme uses three hues equally spaced 120° apart on the color wheel, such as red, yellow, and blue.

Question 4

When a warm color is placed next to a cool color, the warm color appears to:

Accepted Answer

Advance toward the viewer

Answer

Warm colors optically advance toward the viewer when placed next to cool colors, which tend to recede.

Question 5

The rule of thirds in composition suggests placing the focal point:

Accepted Answer

At one of four intersection points of equally divided thirds

Answer

The rule of thirds divides the canvas into a 3×3 grid and recommends placing key elements at the intersecting points for dynamic composition.

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