CIW Web Design Specialist Flashcards
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Which CSS property controls the space between the content and the border of an element?
Answer: padding
The CSS `padding` property defines the space between an element's content and its border.
What does the HTML `alt` attribute on an `` tag primarily provide?
Answer: Alternative text for accessibility and SEO
The `alt` attribute supplies descriptive text used by screen readers and search engines when an image cannot be displayed.
Which CSS display value causes an element to start on a new line and stretch the full available width?
Answer: block
A `block`-level element always starts on a new line and takes up the full width of its container.
What is the purpose of CSS media queries in responsive web design?
Answer: Apply different styles based on device characteristics such as screen width
Media queries let designers apply CSS rules conditionally based on viewport size, orientation, or resolution.
Which HTML5 semantic element is most appropriate for the main navigation links of a website?
Answer:
The `` element is the HTML5 semantic tag intended to contain the site's primary navigation links.
In CSS, what does the `z-index` property control?
Answer: Stacking order of overlapping positioned elements
The `z-index` property determines which positioned element appears on top when elements overlap.
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