Question 1

A screen shot is a graphic showing what appears on a computer monitor.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

In a table, the stub is the right-hand column.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Chapter 12 identifies four stages in the process of creating graphics. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the chapter?

Accepted Answer

A)  trademarking 
B)  planning 
C)  revising 
D)  producing 
A)  trademarking 
B)  planning 
C)  revising 
D)  producing A

Question 4

Chapter 12 discusses five characteristics that make a graphic clear and understandable. One characteristic is that the graphic meets readers' format expectations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

A writer is creating a table that will have 22 rows and 6 columns of data, all of which must appear on one page. To prevent readers from misinterpreting the data, which of the following techniques should the writer apply to the table?

Accepted Answer

A)  drawing a horizontal rule after each row of data 
B)  using thick grid lines to help readers distinguish information in adjoining cells 
C)  grouping rows together in a logical order to help readers make comparisons 
D)  italicizing column heads 
A)  drawing a horizontal rule after each row of data 
B)  using thick grid lines to help readers distinguish information in adjoining cells 
C)  grouping rows together in a logical order to help readers make comparisons 
D)  italicizing column heads

Question 6

Why is it important to either begin graph axes at zero or mark them clearly?

Accepted Answer

Beginning graph axes at zero or marking

Question 7

Which type of graphic does NOT use metaphor to convey information?

Accepted Answer

A)  flowchart 
B)  photograph 
C)  diagram 
D)  organization chart 
A)  flowchart 
B)  photograph 
C)  diagram 
D)  organization chart

Question 8

If you want to publish a graphic that your organization paid to have produced, you do not need written permission.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

According to Chapter 12, what is the most important characteristic of an infographic?

Accepted Answer

As an AI, I don't have access to specifi

Question 10

According to Chapter 12, one potential drawback of photographs is that they can provide too much information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Chapter 12 provides seven guidelines for creating effective infographics. One is "Don't go on forever." Name two other guidelines mentioned in the chapter.

Accepted Answer

The chapter also suggests the

Question 12

Chapter 12 suggests that you consider four factors when planning a graphic. One is audience. Name two other factors you should consider.

Accepted Answer

When planning a graphic, in addition to

Question 13

A writing team wants to present the six-month sales figures for its company's 14 sales representatives in a report. Because managers must make comparative analyses, the graphic for these data must group representatives by region, as well as show each representative's monthly sales total. Which is the best graphic for displaying this information?

Accepted Answer

A)  table 
B)  logic tree 
C)  organization chart 
D)  bar graph 
A)  table 
B)  logic tree 
C)  organization chart 
D)  bar graph

Question 14

Chapter 12 offers six guidelines for using color in graphics. One is to use contrast effectively. Name two other guidelines mentioned in the chapter.

Accepted Answer

As the specific content of Chapter 12 is

Question 15

According to Chapter 12, graphics are important in technical communication because they can help you communicate information that is difficult to express with words. What is another reason graphics are important?

Accepted Answer

Another reason graphics are important in

Question 16

You are making a graphic for automotive technicians that will illustrate the procedure for performing a computerized vehicle inspection. Which of the following is the best graphic for displaying this information?

Accepted Answer

A)  organization chart 
B)  drawing 
C)  flowchart 
D)  diagram 
A)  organization chart 
B)  drawing 
C)  flowchart 
D)  diagram

Question 17

What does copyright law have to do with graphics?

Accepted Answer

A)  Copyright law determines who may download a graphic. 
B)  Copyright law determines who has the ability to read a graphic. 
C)  Copyright law determines who has the right to publish or republish a graphic. 
D)  Copyright law determines the medium of a graphic. 
A)  Copyright law determines who may download a graphic. 
B)  Copyright law determines who has the ability to read a graphic. 
C)  Copyright law determines who has the right to publish or republish a graphic. 
D)  Copyright law determines the medium of a graphic.

Question 18

Which of the following is structured to emphasize the person or group responsible for carrying out certain tasks?

Accepted Answer

A)  deployment flowchart 
B)  deployment organization chart 
C)  logic tree 
D)  diagram 
A)  deployment flowchart 
B)  deployment organization chart 
C)  logic tree 
D)  diagram

Question 19

To achieve the most effective contrast between colors, pair dark and light shades of a deep color together.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Chapter 12 discusses five principles for making a graphic clear and understandable. One principle is that the graphic should have a purpose. What is another principle for making an effective graphic?

Accepted Answer

Another principle for making an effectiv

A screen shot is a graphic showing what appears on a computer monitor.

In a table, the stub is the right-hand column.

Chapter 12 identifies four stages in the process of creating graphics. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the chapter?

Chapter 12 discusses five characteristics that make a graphic clear and understandable. One characteristic is that the graphic meets readers' format expectations.

A writer is creating a table that will have 22 rows and 6 columns of data, all of which must appear on one page. To prevent readers from misinterpreting the data, which of the following techniques should the writer apply to the table?

Why is it important to either begin graph axes at zero or mark them clearly?

Which type of graphic does NOT use metaphor to convey information?

If you want to publish a graphic that your organization paid to have produced, you do not need written permission.

According to Chapter 12, what is the most important characteristic of an infographic?

According to Chapter 12, one potential drawback of photographs is that they can provide too much information.

Chapter 12 provides seven guidelines for creating effective infographics. One is "Don't go on forever." Name two other guidelines mentioned in the chapter.

Chapter 12 suggests that you consider four factors when planning a graphic. One is audience. Name two other factors you should consider.

Chapter 12 offers six guidelines for using color in graphics. One is to use contrast effectively. Name two other guidelines mentioned in the chapter.

According to Chapter 12, graphics are important in technical communication because they can help you communicate information that is difficult to express with words. What is another reason graphics are important?

You are making a graphic for automotive technicians that will illustrate the procedure for performing a computerized vehicle inspection. Which of the following is the best graphic for displaying this information?

What does copyright law have to do with graphics?

Which of the following is structured to emphasize the person or group responsible for carrying out certain tasks?

To achieve the most effective contrast between colors, pair dark and light shades of a deep color together.

Chapter 12 discusses five principles for making a graphic clear and understandable. One principle is that the graphic should have a purpose. What is another principle for making an effective graphic?

Introduction to Technical Communication

Understanding Ethical and Legal Considerations

Writing Technical Documents

Writing Collaboratively

Analyzing Your Audience and Purpose

Researching Your Subject

Organizing Your Information

Communicating Persuasively

Emphasizing Important Information

Writing Correct and Effective Sentences

Designing Print and Online Documents

Evaluating and Testing Technical Documents

Corresponding in Print and Online

Applying for a Job

Writing Proposals

Writing Informational Reports

Writing Recommendation Reports

Writing Lab Reports

Writing Definitions, Descriptions, and Instructions

Making Oral Presentations

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Exam 12: Creating Graphics

A screen shot is a graphic showing what appears on a computer monitor.

In a table, the stub is the right-hand column.

Chapter 12 identifies four stages in the process of creating graphics. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the chapter?

Chapter 12 discusses five characteristics that make a graphic clear and understandable. One characteristic is that the graphic meets readers' format expectations.

A writer is creating a table that will have 22 rows and 6 columns of data, all of which must appear on one page. To prevent readers from misinterpreting the data, which of the following techniques should the writer apply to the table?

Why is it important to either begin graph axes at zero or mark them clearly?

Which type of graphic does NOT use metaphor to convey information?

If you want to publish a graphic that your organization paid to have produced, you do not need written permission.

According to Chapter 12, what is the most important characteristic of an infographic?

According to Chapter 12, one potential drawback of photographs is that they can provide too much information.

Chapter 12 provides seven guidelines for creating effective infographics. One is "Don't go on forever." Name two other guidelines mentioned in the chapter.

Chapter 12 suggests that you consider four factors when planning a graphic. One is audience. Name two other factors you should consider.

Chapter 12 offers six guidelines for using color in graphics. One is to use contrast effectively. Name two other guidelines mentioned in the chapter.

According to Chapter 12, graphics are important in technical communication because they can help you communicate information that is difficult to express with words. What is another reason graphics are important?

You are making a graphic for automotive technicians that will illustrate the procedure for performing a computerized vehicle inspection. Which of the following is the best graphic for displaying this information?

What does copyright law have to do with graphics?

Which of the following is structured to emphasize the person or group responsible for carrying out certain tasks?

To achieve the most effective contrast between colors, pair dark and light shades of a deep color together.

Chapter 12 discusses five principles for making a graphic clear and understandable. One principle is that the graphic should have a purpose. What is another principle for making an effective graphic?

Introduction to Technical Communication

Understanding Ethical and Legal Considerations

Writing Technical Documents

Writing Collaboratively

Analyzing Your Audience and Purpose

Researching Your Subject

Organizing Your Information

Communicating Persuasively

Emphasizing Important Information

Writing Correct and Effective Sentences

Designing Print and Online Documents

Evaluating and Testing Technical Documents

Corresponding in Print and Online

Applying for a Job

Writing Proposals

Writing Informational Reports

Writing Recommendation Reports

Writing Lab Reports

Writing Definitions, Descriptions, and Instructions

Making Oral Presentations

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