DTP Graphic Design Principles 3

Question 1

Which color scheme uses three colors evenly spaced around the color wheel?

Accepted Answer

Triadic

Answer

A triadic color scheme uses three colors equally spaced 120° apart on the color wheel, creating vibrant and balanced contrast.

Question 2

The term 'leading' in typography refers to:

Accepted Answer

The vertical space between lines of text

Answer

Leading is the vertical distance between baselines of successive lines of text, originally set by inserting lead strips between lines of metal type.

Question 3

Which design principle is most violated when a page contains too many competing focal points?

Accepted Answer

Emphasis

Answer

When too many elements compete for attention, the principle of emphasis breaks down because nothing stands out as the primary focal point.

Question 4

In the context of graphic design, 'negative space' is best described as:

Accepted Answer

The empty or unmarked area around and between subjects

Answer

Negative space (or white space) is the empty area surrounding design elements that helps define and enhance the overall composition.

Question 5

A color's 'value' in design refers to its:

Accepted Answer

Lightness or darkness

Answer

Value describes how light or dark a color is, ranging from white (highest value) to black (lowest value).

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