DTP Graphic Design Principles 4

Question 1

Which Gestalt principle explains why viewers perceive a circle made of dashes as a complete circle?

Accepted Answer

Closure

Answer

Closure is the Gestalt principle where the mind fills in missing information to perceive an incomplete shape as complete.

Question 2

A design uses a consistent visual beat of alternating large and small images. This exemplifies:

Accepted Answer

Rhythm

Answer

Rhythm in design creates a sense of movement and pattern through the repetition of visual elements at regular or varied intervals.

Question 3

The 'figure-ground' relationship in graphic design describes:

Accepted Answer

The perceptual distinction between an object (figure) and its surrounding area (ground)

Answer

Figure-ground is the Gestalt principle describing how viewers distinguish the main subject (figure) from its background (ground).

Question 4

Which typeface classification is characterized by strokes of uniform width and no serifs?

Accepted Answer

Sans-serif

Answer

Sans-serif typefaces lack the small decorative strokes (serifs) at the ends of letterforms and typically have uniform stroke widths.

Question 5

A designer wants to create maximum contrast in a layout. Which color pairing achieves this most effectively?

Accepted Answer

Complementary colors

Answer

Complementary colors sit directly opposite each other on the color wheel and create the strongest possible color contrast when paired.

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