Design Theory Introduction 5

Question 1

A client complains that a flyer feels chaotic because every element uses a different font and color. Which principle is most clearly missing?

Accepted Answer

Unity

Answer

Unity ties all elements of a design together so it reads as one cohesive whole.

Question 2

In the figure-ground relationship, the 'ground' refers to what?

Accepted Answer

The background against which the subject is perceived

Answer

In figure-ground perception, the figure is the subject and the ground is the background it stands against.

Question 3

Which value describes how light or dark a color is?

Accepted Answer

Value

Answer

Value measures a color's lightness or darkness, independent of its hue or saturation.

Question 4

A designer uses diagonal lines and staggered elements to make a static poster feel dynamic. Which principle is being applied?

Accepted Answer

Movement

Answer

Movement uses lines, shapes, and placement to suggest motion and lead the eye through a composition.

Question 5

Why do accessibility guidelines matter when choosing text and background colors?

Accepted Answer

Insufficient contrast makes text hard to read for users with low vision

Answer

Adequate color contrast, as defined by WCAG standards, ensures text remains legible for people with visual impairments.

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