Question 1

Chapter 11 identifies five goals of document design. One goal is to make a good impression on readers. What are two other goals mentioned in the chapter?

Accepted Answer

As the specific content of Chapter 11 is not provided, I cannot give you the exact goals mentioned in that chapter. However, in the context of document design, there are several common goals that are often discussed in literature. In addition to making a good impression on readers, two other typical goals of document design might include:

1. Enhancing Readability: This goal involves organizing the content in a way that makes it easy for readers to follow and understand. This can be achieved through the use of headings, bullet points, appropriate fonts, and white space. The idea is to guide the reader through the document in a logical manner that facilitates the absorption of information.

2. Improving Comprehension: The design of a document should aid in the reader's comprehension of the material. This means presenting information in a clear and concise way, using visual elements like charts, graphs, and images to support the text, and ensuring that the document is free of distractions that could confuse or mislead the reader.

These goals are essential for effective communication and are typically emphasized in discussions about document design. If you have access to the specific text of Chapter 11, you would be able to identify the exact goals as they are listed in your source material.

Question 2

An international audience is most likely to be confused by an inappropriate choice regarding which of the following features of a document?

Accepted Answer

A)  the thickness of the paper 
B)  the type of binding 
C)  the pictures used as icons 
D)  the typeface chosen for the body text 
A)  the thickness of the paper 
B)  the type of binding 
C)  the pictures used as icons 
D)  the typeface chosen for the body text C

Question 3

One of the main challenges of document design is using as few pages as possible while still making the document easy to read.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Which of these document-design features does NOT exploit primarily the principle of contrast?

Accepted Answer

A)  a rule 
B)  a pull quote 
C)  a screen 
D)  a marginal gloss 
A)  a rule 
B)  a pull quote 
C)  a screen 
D)  a marginal gloss

Question 5

Which of the following is a guideline for creating effective links in online documents?

Accepted Answer

A)  Trust readers to know what the linked page will contain. 
B)  Structure your sentences as if there were no links in the text. 
C)  Use custom colors for linked text. 
D)  Make links bold, italic, and underlined for emphasis. 
A)  Trust readers to know what the linked page will contain. 
B)  Structure your sentences as if there were no links in the text. 
C)  Use custom colors for linked text. 
D)  Make links bold, italic, and underlined for emphasis.

Question 6

What is the design term for a straight line on a page or screen?

Accepted Answer

The design term for a straight line on a

Question 7

Which document-design practice will most effectively convey the hierarchy within a document?

Accepted Answer

A)  queuing 
B)  chunking 
C)  underlining 
D)  binding 
A)  queuing 
B)  chunking 
C)  underlining 
D)  binding

Question 8

Chapter 11 discusses three page-design techniques that are related to principles of learning theory. What are they?

Accepted Answer

The three page-design techniques discuss

Question 9

Which design principle is especially important when you are creating navigational aids for your document?

Accepted Answer

A)  repetition 
B)  alignment 
C)  proximity 
D)  contraction 
A)  repetition 
B)  alignment 
C)  proximity 
D)  contraction

Question 10

Helvetica Regular, Helvetica Light, Helvetica Italic, and Helvetica Bold are all members of what group?

Accepted Answer

A)  a typeface 
B)  a type family 
C)  a type case 
D)  a type setting 
A)  a typeface 
B)  a type family 
C)  a type case 
D)  a type setting

Question 11

Chapter 11 discusses four basic principles for designing effective documents. One is proximity. What are two other basic principles discussed in the chapter?

Accepted Answer

A)  alignment and contrast 
B)  consistency and repetition 
C)  variety and relevance 
D)  contrast and novelty 
A)  alignment and contrast 
B)  consistency and repetition 
C)  variety and relevance 
D)  contrast and novelty

Question 12

Text printed in uppercase letters is easier to read than text set in a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

In typography, what is leading?

Accepted Answer

In typography, leading (pronounced "ledd

Question 14

What is queuing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Queuing is a page-design technique in which two or three columns are distributed evenly across the page. 
B)  Queuing is a page-design technique in which visual patterns show levels of importance. 
C)  Queuing is a page-design technique in which text and graphics are arranged in a symmetrical pattern. 
D)  Queuing is a page-design technique in which text and graphics are arranged in a straight line, or queue. 
A)  Queuing is a page-design technique in which two or three columns are distributed evenly across the page. 
B)  Queuing is a page-design technique in which visual patterns show levels of importance. 
C)  Queuing is a page-design technique in which text and graphics are arranged in a symmetrical pattern. 
D)  Queuing is a page-design technique in which text and graphics are arranged in a straight line, or queue.

Question 15

You are working on a brochure about your business. The type for the body text will be black and that for the section headings will be blue. What document-design principles are you implementing with these color choices?

Accepted Answer

A)  proximity and alignment 
B)  alignment and repetition 
C)  contrast and alignment 
D)  contrast and repetition 
A)  proximity and alignment 
B)  alignment and repetition 
C)  contrast and alignment 
D)  contrast and repetition

Question 16

According to Chapter 11, making websites accessible for people with disabilities is both a legal and an ethical issue.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Chapter 11 discusses four basic principles for designing effective documents and websites. One is contrast. What are the other three basic principles discussed in the chapter?

Accepted Answer

The four basic principles for designing

Question 18

A page grid is a drawing, or map, in which areas of white space and text in a document are arranged clearly and consistently.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

You receive a progress report in which all of the first-level headings are in the same typeface and type size and have the same spacing and color. Which design principle do these characteristics reflect?

Accepted Answer

The characteristics described in the pro

Question 20

A technical writer is designing a manual to be used by technicians repairing stereo systems. Repair technicians will be seated at workbenches with bright lighting overhead. They will need both hands to work on the equipment while reading manual instructions. Which of the following would NOT be an appropriate design decision?

Accepted Answer

A)  to use perfect binding 
B)  to choose a size of 6 x 9 inches for the manual 
C)  to print on nonglare, tinted paper 
D)  to make the manual as concise as possible 
A)  to use perfect binding 
B)  to choose a size of 6 x 9 inches for the manual 
C)  to print on nonglare, tinted paper 
D)  to make the manual as concise as possible

Chapter 11 identifies five goals of document design. One goal is to make a good impression on readers. What are two other goals mentioned in the chapter?

An international audience is most likely to be confused by an inappropriate choice regarding which of the following features of a document?

One of the main challenges of document design is using as few pages as possible while still making the document easy to read.

Which of these document-design features does NOT exploit primarily the principle of contrast?

Which of the following is a guideline for creating effective links in online documents?

What is the design term for a straight line on a page or screen?

Which document-design practice will most effectively convey the hierarchy within a document?

Chapter 11 discusses three page-design techniques that are related to principles of learning theory. What are they?

Which design principle is especially important when you are creating navigational aids for your document?

Helvetica Regular, Helvetica Light, Helvetica Italic, and Helvetica Bold are all members of what group?

Chapter 11 discusses four basic principles for designing effective documents. One is proximity. What are two other basic principles discussed in the chapter?

Text printed in uppercase letters is easier to read than text set in a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters.

In typography, what is leading?

What is queuing?

You are working on a brochure about your business. The type for the body text will be black and that for the section headings will be blue. What document-design principles are you implementing with these color choices?

According to Chapter 11, making websites accessible for people with disabilities is both a legal and an ethical issue.

Chapter 11 discusses four basic principles for designing effective documents and websites. One is contrast. What are the other three basic principles discussed in the chapter?

A page grid is a drawing, or map, in which areas of white space and text in a document are arranged clearly and consistently.

You receive a progress report in which all of the first-level headings are in the same typeface and type size and have the same spacing and color. Which design principle do these characteristics reflect?

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

Creating Graphics

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 11: Designing Print and Online Documents

Chapter 11 identifies five goals of document design. One goal is to make a good impression on readers. What are two other goals mentioned in the chapter?

An international audience is most likely to be confused by an inappropriate choice regarding which of the following features of a document?

One of the main challenges of document design is using as few pages as possible while still making the document easy to read.

Which of these document-design features does NOT exploit primarily the principle of contrast?

Which of the following is a guideline for creating effective links in online documents?

What is the design term for a straight line on a page or screen?

Which document-design practice will most effectively convey the hierarchy within a document?

Chapter 11 discusses three page-design techniques that are related to principles of learning theory. What are they?

Which design principle is especially important when you are creating navigational aids for your document?

Helvetica Regular, Helvetica Light, Helvetica Italic, and Helvetica Bold are all members of what group?

Chapter 11 discusses four basic principles for designing effective documents. One is proximity. What are two other basic principles discussed in the chapter?

Text printed in uppercase letters is easier to read than text set in a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters.

In typography, what is leading?

What is queuing?

You are working on a brochure about your business. The type for the body text will be black and that for the section headings will be blue. What document-design principles are you implementing with these color choices?

According to Chapter 11, making websites accessible for people with disabilities is both a legal and an ethical issue.

Chapter 11 discusses four basic principles for designing effective documents and websites. One is contrast. What are the other three basic principles discussed in the chapter?

A page grid is a drawing, or map, in which areas of white space and text in a document are arranged clearly and consistently.

You receive a progress report in which all of the first-level headings are in the same typeface and type size and have the same spacing and color. Which design principle do these characteristics reflect?

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

Creating Graphics

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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