Design Theory Typography and Layout 2

Question 1

What is the golden ratio approximately equal to?

Accepted Answer

1.618

Answer

The golden ratio is approximately 1.618:1 and is considered aesthetically pleasing in design and nature.

Question 2

What is a grid system in layout design?

Accepted Answer

A framework of columns and rows to organize content

Answer

A grid system is a structured framework of columns, rows, and gutters used to align and organize design elements.

Question 3

What is the rule of thirds in design and photography?

Accepted Answer

Dividing a composition into nine equal parts to guide element placement

Answer

The rule of thirds divides the frame into a 3×3 grid and suggests placing key elements at intersecting lines.

Question 4

What does 'orphan' mean in typography?

Accepted Answer

A single word or short line left at the top of a new page or column

Answer

An orphan is a short line or single word stranded at the top of a column or page, separated from its paragraph.

Question 5

Which alignment option creates a clean left edge and a ragged right edge in text?

Accepted Answer

Left-aligned

Answer

Left-aligned text has a clean left margin and an uneven (ragged) right margin.

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