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Question 1

Which type of YouTube ad format appears within YouTube search results and on the YouTube homepage feed?

Accepted Answer

In-feed video ad

Answer

In-feed video ads (formerly TrueView discovery ads) appear in YouTube search results, the homepage feed, and the 'Up Next' sidebar.

Question 2

What is the main advantage of using 'outstream ads' for video advertising?

Accepted Answer

They extend video reach to partner websites and apps beyond YouTube

Answer

Outstream ads run on Google video partner sites and apps, allowing advertisers to reach audiences outside of YouTube.

Question 3

An advertiser's video ad has a high view rate but very low conversion rate. What is the most likely issue?

Accepted Answer

The ad creative is engaging but the landing page or CTA is not compelling

Answer

High views with low conversions typically indicates the creative captures attention but the post-click experience or call-to-action fails to drive action.

Question 4

What is 'frequency capping' in video ad campaigns?

Accepted Answer

Restricting how many times a single user sees the same ad within a given period

Answer

Frequency capping limits the number of times an individual user is shown the same ad to prevent overexposure and ad fatigue.

Question 5

Which audience targeting approach combines a user's long-term interests with their recent purchase intent signals?

Accepted Answer

Custom intent audiences

Answer

Custom intent audiences let advertisers target users based on specific keywords and URLs they've recently searched or visited, reflecting purchase intent.

Video Ads and Commercial Practice Test

Video Ads and Commercial Practice Test

Video Ads and Commercial Video Ads 4