Question 1

What two types of artwork can be included in the foreground of presentation slides? Briefly explain the distinction between these types.

Accepted Answer

This artwork can be functional or decora

Question 2

A "slideument" is

Accepted Answer

A) a particularly useful electronic slide that provides lots of information. 
B) a slide that is sent ahead of time to introduce the audience to your topic. 
C) an electronic slide that tries to function as both a presentation visual and a printed document. 
D) a slide that is also printed and distributed to the audience as a handout. 
E) a slide that supplements information found in a handout 
A) a particularly useful electronic slide that provides lots of information. 
B) a slide that is sent ahead of time to introduce the audience to your topic. 
C) an electronic slide that tries to function as both a presentation visual and a printed document. 
D) a slide that is also printed and distributed to the audience as a handout. 
E) a slide that supplements information found in a handout

Question 3

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using Prezis to create visuals?

Accepted Answer

A) They are less flexible in how they can be structured 
B) They can be difficult to access during a presentation 
C) It is difficult to incorporate other media elements,such as video 
D) The main idea can be lost as the presenter jumps from topic to topic 
E) They are easy to create and edit 
A) They are less flexible in how they can be structured 
B) They can be difficult to access during a presentation 
C) It is difficult to incorporate other media elements,such as video 
D) The main idea can be lost as the presenter jumps from topic to topic 
E) They are easy to create and edit

Question 4

A major advantage of electronic presentations is the ability to make changes easily at the last minute.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is the purpose of using builds in a slide presentation?

Accepted Answer

A) To determine how one slide is replaced by the next 
B) To control the release of text and other elements on each slide 
C) To replace transitions 
D) To incorporate sound effects 
E) To create a smooth,subtle effect that is easy for the audience to follow 
A) To determine how one slide is replaced by the next 
B) To control the release of text and other elements on each slide 
C) To replace transitions 
D) To incorporate sound effects 
E) To create a smooth,subtle effect that is easy for the audience to follow

Question 6

When determining which color to use as a design element,it is important to remember that color has different meanings in other cultures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

When you're verifying the design plans for your presentation,apply all of the following techniques EXCEPT ________ before you start creating your slides.

Accepted Answer

A) using your time wisely 
B) letting the visuals drive your message 
C) matching your style to the subject matter 
D) letting simplicity be your guide 
A) using your time wisely 
B) letting the visuals drive your message 
C) matching your style to the subject matter 
D) letting simplicity be your guide

Question 8

When choosing fonts and type styles for slides,be sure to

Accepted Answer

A) use script fonts for emphasis. 
B) limit your fonts to no more than two per slide. 
C) avoid boldface type. 
D) use a different font to call attention to keywords. 
E) use a standard,12 point font for text. 
A) use script fonts for emphasis. 
B) limit your fonts to no more than two per slide. 
C) avoid boldface type. 
D) use a different font to call attention to keywords. 
E) use a standard,12 point font for text.

Question 9

If you'll be presenting in a well-lit room,use ________ for the background and ________ for the text in your slide deck.

Accepted Answer

A) dark colors; dark colors 
B) light colors; dark colors 
C) dark colors;light colors 
D) light colors; light colors 
A) dark colors; dark colors 
B) light colors; dark colors 
C) dark colors;light colors 
D) light colors; light colors

Question 10

Describe at least two advantages of using color in business presentations.

Accepted Answer

Color visuals can account for 60 percent

Question 11

The purpose of visuals is to ________ during a presentation.

Accepted Answer

A) replace your spoken message 
B) support and clarify what you have to say 
C) distract and entertain the audience 
D) provide decorative embellishments 
E) add interest and allow the audience to refocus. 
A) replace your spoken message 
B) support and clarify what you have to say 
C) distract and entertain the audience 
D) provide decorative embellishments 
E) add interest and allow the audience to refocus.

Question 12

Old-school chalkboards and whiteboards are inappropriate for serious business presentations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

When using slide transitions,you should

Accepted Answer

A) limit them to text; they are not appropriate for graphics. 
B) vary the direction,sometimes going from top to bottom and sometimes going from left to right. 
C) reveal information in a way that helps your audience understand your message. 
D) use transitions that are flashy and create visual interest. 
E) avoid simple,boring slides. 
A) limit them to text; they are not appropriate for graphics. 
B) vary the direction,sometimes going from top to bottom and sometimes going from left to right. 
C) reveal information in a way that helps your audience understand your message. 
D) use transitions that are flashy and create visual interest. 
E) avoid simple,boring slides.

Question 14

A presenter who is using free-form slides is

Accepted Answer

A) released from the constraints of place and time. 
B) responsible for conveying more of the content. 
C) more likely to present complex subjects in a cohesive,integrated manner. 
D) able to rely on each slide to function as a multimedia teleprompter. 
E) no longer the focus of attention because the slides are. 
A) released from the constraints of place and time. 
B) responsible for conveying more of the content. 
C) more likely to present complex subjects in a cohesive,integrated manner. 
D) able to rely on each slide to function as a multimedia teleprompter. 
E) no longer the focus of attention because the slides are.

Question 15

Why is it important to keep visuals simple,especially in terms of design choices?

Accepted Answer

A) Presentation software cannot read all fonts 
B) Special effects will increase the audience's interest 
C) There is less chance of distraction for the audience 
D) There is less likelihood the audience will copy the visuals,protecting your ownership 
E) You can add on to them during the presentation,based on audience needs 
A) Presentation software cannot read all fonts 
B) Special effects will increase the audience's interest 
C) There is less chance of distraction for the audience 
D) There is less likelihood the audience will copy the visuals,protecting your ownership 
E) You can add on to them during the presentation,based on audience needs

Question 16

Explain five types of materials that are often best presented on handouts.

Accepted Answer

Materials that are best presented on han

Question 17

Which of the following statements about overhead transparencies is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) They can be easy to create. 
B) The are easy to edit and update. 
C) You can write on them during a presentation. 
D) They don't require high-tech presentation equipment. 
A) They can be easy to create. 
B) The are easy to edit and update. 
C) You can write on them during a presentation. 
D) They don't require high-tech presentation equipment.

Question 18

________ is the biggest potential disadvantage of using Keynote or PowerPoint to design presentation slides if you want to be able to be flexible with your information during the presentation.

Accepted Answer

A) The steep learning curve 
B) The linear nature of the presentation 
C) The difficulty of incorporating slides into online meetings and webcasts 
D) The challenge of locating desktop and laptop versions of the software 
E) The ability to engage the audience 
A) The steep learning curve 
B) The linear nature of the presentation 
C) The difficulty of incorporating slides into online meetings and webcasts 
D) The challenge of locating desktop and laptop versions of the software 
E) The ability to engage the audience

Question 19

In an upcoming presentation,you plan to cover three important changes to your employees' working hours.The proper place to list this plan would be the ________ slide.

Accepted Answer

A) cover 
B) introduction 
C) agenda 
D) teaser 
E) summary 
A) cover 
B) introduction 
C) agenda 
D) teaser 
E) summary

Question 20

How do visuals improve the impact and quality of a presentation?

Accepted Answer

A) By creating interest 
B) By replacing much of the verbal aspect of the presentation 
C) By adding information not covered in the presentation 
D) By focusing the attention away from the speaker 
E) By being available to all audience members 
A) By creating interest 
B) By replacing much of the verbal aspect of the presentation 
C) By adding information not covered in the presentation 
D) By focusing the attention away from the speaker 
E) By being available to all audience members

What two types of artwork can be included in the foreground of presentation slides? Briefly explain the distinction between these types.

A "slideument" is

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using Prezis to create visuals?

A major advantage of electronic presentations is the ability to make changes easily at the last minute.

Which of the following is the purpose of using builds in a slide presentation?

When determining which color to use as a design element,it is important to remember that color has different meanings in other cultures.

When you're verifying the design plans for your presentation,apply all of the following techniques EXCEPT ________ before you start creating your slides.

When choosing fonts and type styles for slides,be sure to

If you'll be presenting in a well-lit room,use for the background and for the text in your slide deck.

Describe at least two advantages of using color in business presentations.

The purpose of visuals is to ________ during a presentation.

Old-school chalkboards and whiteboards are inappropriate for serious business presentations.

When using slide transitions,you should

A presenter who is using free-form slides is

Why is it important to keep visuals simple,especially in terms of design choices?

Explain five types of materials that are often best presented on handouts.

Which of the following statements about overhead transparencies is FALSE?

________ is the biggest potential disadvantage of using Keynote or PowerPoint to design presentation slides if you want to be able to be flexible with your information during the presentation.

In an upcoming presentation,you plan to cover three important changes to your employees' working hours.The proper place to list this plan would be the ________ slide.

How do visuals improve the impact and quality of a presentation?

Understanding the Foundations of Business Communications

Collaboration,Interpersonal Communication,and Business Etiquette

Communication Challenges in a Diverse,Global Marketplace

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Digital Media

Social Media

Visual Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Finding,Evaluating,and Processing Information

Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing and Completing Reports and Proposals

Developing Presentations in a Social Media Environment

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

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Exam 17: Enhancing Presentations with Slides and Other Visuals

What two types of artwork can be included in the foreground of presentation slides? Briefly explain the distinction between these types.

A "slideument" is

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using Prezis to create visuals?

A major advantage of electronic presentations is the ability to make changes easily at the last minute.

Which of the following is the purpose of using builds in a slide presentation?

When determining which color to use as a design element,it is important to remember that color has different meanings in other cultures.

When you're verifying the design plans for your presentation,apply all of the following techniques EXCEPT ________ before you start creating your slides.

When choosing fonts and type styles for slides,be sure to

If you'll be presenting in a well-lit room,use ________ for the background and ________ for the text in your slide deck.

Describe at least two advantages of using color in business presentations.

The purpose of visuals is to ________ during a presentation.

Old-school chalkboards and whiteboards are inappropriate for serious business presentations.

When using slide transitions,you should

A presenter who is using free-form slides is

Why is it important to keep visuals simple,especially in terms of design choices?

Explain five types of materials that are often best presented on handouts.

Which of the following statements about overhead transparencies is FALSE?

________ is the biggest potential disadvantage of using Keynote or PowerPoint to design presentation slides if you want to be able to be flexible with your information during the presentation.

In an upcoming presentation,you plan to cover three important changes to your employees' working hours.The proper place to list this plan would be the ________ slide.

How do visuals improve the impact and quality of a presentation?

Understanding the Foundations of Business Communications

Collaboration,Interpersonal Communication,and Business Etiquette

Communication Challenges in a Diverse,Global Marketplace

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Digital Media

Social Media

Visual Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Finding,Evaluating,and Processing Information

Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing and Completing Reports and Proposals

Developing Presentations in a Social Media Environment

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

Filters

If you'll be presenting in a well-lit room,use for the background and for the text in your slide deck.