Presentations Presentations Design & Visual Storytelling

Question 1

What is the recommended maximum number of words per slide in a professional business presentation?

Accepted Answer

20 words

Answer

Industry best practice recommends keeping slides to around 20 words or fewer to maintain audience focus and readability.

Question 2

Which color contrast ratio is the minimum recommended by WCAG 2.1 for accessible presentation text?

Accepted Answer

4.5:1

Answer

WCAG 2.1 AA standard requires a minimum contrast ratio of 4.5:1 for normal text to ensure readability for viewers with visual impairments.

Question 3

What design principle involves arranging elements so the viewer's eye is naturally guided through the slide?

Accepted Answer

Visual flow

Answer

Visual flow is the deliberate arrangement of design elements to guide the viewer's eye in a specific direction through the content.

Question 4

Which type of chart is BEST for showing the composition of a whole divided into parts?

Accepted Answer

Pie chart

Answer

Pie charts are specifically designed to show part-to-whole relationships, illustrating how individual components contribute to a total.

Question 5

What is 'white space' (also called negative space) primarily used for in slide design?

Accepted Answer

Improving readability and focus

Answer

White space reduces visual clutter, draws attention to key content, and improves overall readability and comprehension of a slide.

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