Question 1

________ are most effective for presenting numbers, dates, and columns of figures.

Accepted Answer

A)  Tables 
B)  Organizational charts 
C)  Figures 
D)  Schematics 
A)  Tables 
B)  Organizational charts 
C)  Figures 
D)  Schematics A

Question 2

Types of figures include which of the following:

Accepted Answer

A)  bar charts 
B)  line drawings 
C)  organizational charts 
D)  All of these answers are correct. 
E)  A and B 
A)  bar charts 
B)  line drawings 
C)  organizational charts 
D)  All of these answers are correct. 
E)  A and B D

Question 3

Because the use of color in visual aids rarely goes out of style, you should use one
that is in fashion today.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

Graphics can be

Accepted Answer

A)  photographed. 
B)  hand drawn. 
C)  computer generated. 
D)  All of these answers are correct. 
A)  photographed. 
B)  hand drawn. 
C)  computer generated. 
D)  All of these answers are correct.

Question 5

________ show a chronological sequence of activities.

Accepted Answer

A)  Combination charts 
B)  Pie charts 
C)  Flow charts 
D)  Topographical charts 
A)  Combination charts 
B)  Pie charts 
C)  Flow charts 
D)  Topographical charts

Question 6

It is impossible to modify downloaded graphics.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

When used correctly, icons can save space, communicate readily, and help readers with language problems to understand the writer's intent. First, explain what icons are and how they are used today. Then, list and discuss four of the suggestions in the text for effectively using icons.

Accepted Answer

Icons are visual symbols or representati

Question 8

________ reveal relationships between sets of figures.

Accepted Answer

A)  Combination charts 
B)  Topographical charts 
C)  Gantt charts 
D)  Line charts 
A)  Combination charts 
B)  Topographical charts 
C)  Gantt charts 
D)  Line charts

Question 9

A(n) ________ adds interest and distinguishes two sets of figures by depicting them differently.

Accepted Answer

A)  organizational chart 
B)  Gantt chart 
C)  line chart 
D)  combination chart 
A)  organizational chart 
B)  Gantt chart 
C)  line chart 
D)  combination chart

Question 10

Use of visual aids will not help you achieve

Accepted Answer

A)  cosmetic appeal. 
B)  subjective writing. 
C)  conciseness. 
D)  clarity. 
A)  cosmetic appeal. 
B)  subjective writing. 
C)  conciseness. 
D)  clarity.

Question 11

A Gantt chart depicts a chronological history of an activity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

By creating your own graphic, you

Accepted Answer

A)  have more control over the final product. 
B)  can avoid infringement of copyright laws. 
C)  can design it to meet your needs. 
D)  All of these answers are correct. 
A)  have more control over the final product. 
B)  can avoid infringement of copyright laws. 
C)  can design it to meet your needs. 
D)  All of these answers are correct.

Question 13

Using visual aids helps to clarify complex information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Renderings and virtual reality views are examples of ________

Accepted Answer

A)  combination drawings. 
B)  CAD drawings. 
C)  line drawings. 
D)  icons. 
A)  combination drawings. 
B)  CAD drawings. 
C)  line drawings. 
D)  icons.

Question 15

Tables should be numbered in order of presentation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

You can specify and quantify with a 3-D graphic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Exploded views and cutaway views are examples seen in ________

Accepted Answer

A)  line drawings. 
B)  grouped bar charts. 
C)  flowcharts. 
D)  pictographs. 
A)  line drawings. 
B)  grouped bar charts. 
C)  flowcharts. 
D)  pictographs.

Question 18

Graphics assist readers in seeing all but one of the following:

Accepted Answer

A)  trends 
B)  facts and figures 
C)  style 
D)  percentages 
E)  comparisons between like components 
A)  trends 
B)  facts and figures 
C)  style 
D)  percentages 
E)  comparisons between like components

Question 19

Geologic maps show

Accepted Answer

A)  heat ranges. 
B)  terrain contours. 
C)  mountains. 
D)  All of these answers are correct. 
E)  A and B 
A)  heat ranges. 
B)  terrain contours. 
C)  mountains. 
D)  All of these answers are correct. 
E)  A and B

Question 20

Which of the following statements is true for using schematics?

Accepted Answer

A)  They use symbols familiar to highly technical readers. 
B)  They show relationships among the parts of something, such as electrical circuits. 
C)  They are useful for presenting abstract information in technical fields. 
D)  All of these answers are correct. 
A)  They use symbols familiar to highly technical readers. 
B)  They show relationships among the parts of something, such as electrical circuits. 
C)  They are useful for presenting abstract information in technical fields. 
D)  All of these answers are correct.

________ are most effective for presenting numbers, dates, and columns of figures.

Types of figures include which of the following:

Because the use of color in visual aids rarely goes out of style, you should use one that is in fashion today.

Graphics can be

________ show a chronological sequence of activities.

It is impossible to modify downloaded graphics.

When used correctly, icons can save space, communicate readily, and help readers with language problems to understand the writer's intent. First, explain what icons are and how they are used today. Then, list and discuss four of the suggestions in the text for effectively using icons.

________ reveal relationships between sets of figures.

A(n) ________ adds interest and distinguishes two sets of figures by depicting them differently.

Use of visual aids will not help you achieve

A Gantt chart depicts a chronological history of an activity.

By creating your own graphic, you

Using visual aids helps to clarify complex information.

Renderings and virtual reality views are examples of ________

Tables should be numbered in order of presentation.

You can specify and quantify with a 3-D graphic.

Exploded views and cutaway views are examples seen in ________

Graphics assist readers in seeing all but one of the following:

Geologic maps show

Which of the following statements is true for using schematics?

An Introduction to Technical Communication

The Communication Process

Objectives in Technical Communication

Audience Recognition

Ethical Considerations

Research

Routine Correspondence

Social Media

The Job Search

Document Design

Communicating to Persuade

Technical Descriptions and Process Analyses

Instructions, User Manuals, and Standard Operating Procedures

Web Sites and Online Help

Short, Informal Reports

Long, Formal Reports

Proposals

Oral Presentations

Filters

Exam 11: Using Visual Aids

________ are most effective for presenting numbers, dates, and columns of figures.

Types of figures include which of the following:

Because the use of color in visual aids rarely goes out of style, you should use one that is in fashion today.

Graphics can be

________ show a chronological sequence of activities.

It is impossible to modify downloaded graphics.

When used correctly, icons can save space, communicate readily, and help readers with language problems to understand the writer's intent. First, explain what icons are and how they are used today. Then, list and discuss four of the suggestions in the text for effectively using icons.

________ reveal relationships between sets of figures.

A(n) ________ adds interest and distinguishes two sets of figures by depicting them differently.

Use of visual aids will not help you achieve

A Gantt chart depicts a chronological history of an activity.

By creating your own graphic, you

Using visual aids helps to clarify complex information.

Renderings and virtual reality views are examples of ________

Tables should be numbered in order of presentation.

You can specify and quantify with a 3-D graphic.

Exploded views and cutaway views are examples seen in ________

Graphics assist readers in seeing all but one of the following:

Geologic maps show

Which of the following statements is true for using schematics?

An Introduction to Technical Communication

The Communication Process

Objectives in Technical Communication

Audience Recognition

Ethical Considerations

Research

Routine Correspondence

Social Media

The Job Search

Document Design

Communicating to Persuade

Technical Descriptions and Process Analyses

Instructions, User Manuals, and Standard Operating Procedures

Web Sites and Online Help

Short, Informal Reports

Long, Formal Reports

Proposals

Oral Presentations

Filters