Google Ads Fundamentals Flashcards
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Which targeting option on the Display Network shows ads based on the content of webpages a user is currently viewing?
Answer: Contextual (keyword) targeting
Contextual targeting matches ads to relevant page content using keywords and topics.
What is the benefit of using ad rotation set to 'Optimize' in a campaign?
Answer: Google serves ads expected to perform best
Optimized rotation prioritizes the ads most likely to get clicks or conversions.
A business wants ads shown only to users within 10 miles of their store. Which setting accomplishes this?
Answer: Location (radius) targeting
Radius location targeting restricts ad delivery to a defined area around a point.
What does a bid adjustment of +20% for mobile devices do?
Answer: Increases bids by 20% when the ad is eligible to show on mobile
Device bid adjustments raise or lower bids for specific device types by a percentage.
Which YouTube ad format can be skipped by viewers after 5 seconds?
Answer: Skippable in-stream ads
Skippable in-stream ads let viewers skip after 5 seconds of playback.
What is the main goal of ad scheduling (dayparting) in Google Ads?
Answer: To show ads during specific days or hours when they perform best
Ad scheduling controls when ads run, concentrating budget on high-value time periods.
Which report helps you see the actual search queries that triggered your ads?
Answer: Search terms report
The search terms report reveals the real queries people used to find your ads.
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