Question 1

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of headings?

Accepted Answer

A)  They break up the page, making it look less formidable and more interesting.
B)  They enable your reader to see how the document is organized at a glance.
C)  They help your reader to turn quickly to sections of special interest.
D)  They make a document shorter. D

Question 2

Although good document design may make a document easier to read, it has no effect on the business that is being transacted.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a good strategy for document design?

Accepted Answer

A)  As you plan, consider how your audience will use the document
B)  Save lists and headings for the editing stage of your writing
C)  Get feedback from potential readers
D)  Use visuals to convey numerical data clearly and forcefully B

Question 4

You should show your reader a visual before you discuss it in the body of your document.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Explain how a grid system aids in document design.

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Question 6

How should you determine whether to use justified or unjustified margins?

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Question 7

You need to adapt visuals from a hard copy report for a PowerPoint presentation.Which of the following strategies should you use?

Accepted Answer

A)  Increase the complexity of the visuals
B)  Retain figure numbers
C)  Consider using charts instead of tables
D)  Eliminate titles for visuals

Question 8

Which parts of the page carry the most visual weight for readers in Western cultures?

Accepted Answer

A)  The top left quadrant is the most important, and the bottom right quadrant is the second most important.
B)  The middle of the page is most important because that's where the reader's attention is naturally drawn.
C)  The left-hand side of the page, from top to bottom, is the most important.
D)  The top right quadrant is the most important and the bottom left is the second most important.

Question 9

How should you integrate a visual in a written document?

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Question 10

A heading should summarize the material in the paragraphs under it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

In which of the following circumstances would it be appropriate to use functional headings (rather than informative headings)?

Accepted Answer

A)  Your readers are pressed for time and need to grasp information as quickly as possible.
B)  You want to defuse emotions concerning sensitive issues.
C)  You're writing a report for which no set format exists.
D)  Your paragraphs are vivid enough to stand on their own.

Question 12

_______________ are good visuals to use to show dimensions (especially underground, undersea, or in the atmosphere) or to emphasize detail.

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Question 13

List eight guidelines for creating visually attractive documents, and explain why these guidelines work.

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Question 14

Which of the following strategies will help you create a successful PowerPoint presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use complete sentences
B)  Use a dark background if the lights will be off
C)  Use clear, concise language
D)  Use animation as much as possible

Question 15

What are considerations to bear in mind when you use color in a document? Why are these considerations important?

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Question 16

Words or short phrases that group points and divide your letter, memo, or report into sections are called _____.

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Question 17

Why should you use headings in documents?

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Question 18

Decorations that are irrelevant to visuals and that, at worst, may mislead the reader are called ______________.

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Question 19

List six guidelines to follow when designing PowerPoint slides, and explain why these guidelines will lead to successful presentations.

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Question 20

Use numbered lists whenever possible, even when the number or sequence of items is not exact.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 4: Designing Documents, Slides, and Screens

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of headings?

Although good document design may make a document easier to read, it has no effect on the business that is being transacted.

Which of the following is NOT a good strategy for document design?

You should show your reader a visual before you discuss it in the body of your document.

Explain how a grid system aids in document design.

How should you determine whether to use justified or unjustified margins?

You need to adapt visuals from a hard copy report for a PowerPoint presentation.Which of the following strategies should you use?

Which parts of the page carry the most visual weight for readers in Western cultures?

How should you integrate a visual in a written document?

A heading should summarize the material in the paragraphs under it.

In which of the following circumstances would it be appropriate to use functional headings (rather than informative headings) ?

_______________ are good visuals to use to show dimensions (especially underground, undersea, or in the atmosphere) or to emphasize detail.

List eight guidelines for creating visually attractive documents, and explain why these guidelines work.

Which of the following strategies will help you create a successful PowerPoint presentation?

What are considerations to bear in mind when you use color in a document? Why are these considerations important?

Words or short phrases that group points and divide your letter, memo, or report into sections are called _____.

Why should you use headings in documents?

Decorations that are irrelevant to visuals and that, at worst, may mislead the reader are called ______________.

List six guidelines to follow when designing PowerPoint slides, and explain why these guidelines will lead to successful presentations.

Use numbered lists whenever possible, even when the number or sequence of items is not exact.