DTP Layout & Typography Techniques 3

Question 1

What typographic measurement unit is equal to 1/72 of an inch?

Accepted Answer

Point

Answer

A point is 1/72 of an inch and is the standard unit for measuring font size and leading in desktop publishing.

Question 2

A layout uses a 12-column grid. A designer spans an image across 8 columns. What is this technique called?

Accepted Answer

Column spanning

Answer

Column spanning means an element occupies more than one column, creating visual hierarchy and emphasis within the grid structure.

Question 3

Which font classification is characterized by strokes of uniform thickness and the absence of serifs?

Accepted Answer

Sans-serif

Answer

Sans-serif typefaces have no serifs and typically feature monoweight strokes, making them popular for screen and display use.

Question 4

What does 'optical margin alignment' (hanging punctuation) do in a text block?

Accepted Answer

Extends punctuation and certain letters slightly beyond the text margin for a visually even edge

Answer

Optical margin alignment pushes punctuation and soft letterforms slightly outside the margin so the text edge appears visually straight.

Question 5

In print design, what does CMYK stand for?

Accepted Answer

Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key (Black)

Answer

CMYK is the four-color subtractive model used in commercial printing, where K (Key) represents black ink.

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