Question 1

________ refers to decorative elements that clutter documents without adding any relevant information.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ refers to decorative elements that clutter...

Question 2

In computer graphics, a template

Accepted Answer

A)  is a tool for creating classic architectural views. 
B)  helps ensure an effective design, saves time, and makes decision making easier. 
C)  is a tool for creating curves and geometric shapes. 
D)  is any kind of chart generated by a spreadsheet or illustration program. 
A)  is a tool for creating classic architectural views. 
B)  helps ensure an effective design, saves time, and makes decision making easier. 
C)  is a tool for creating curves and geometric shapes. 
D)  is any kind of chart generated by a spreadsheet or illustration program.

Question 3

List at least five types of visuals commonly used to present data in business documents. Provide an example of a specific task for which one type would be especially useful.

Accepted Answer

(1) Tables, (2) line charts, (3) surface

Question 4

What three questions should you ask in verifying the quality of the visuals you include in business messages?

Accepted Answer

(1) Is the visual ac

Question 5

"Visual literacy" describes the abilities to create effective images and correctly interpret visual messages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

To illustrate the positions, units, or functions of an organization and the way they interrelate, use a(n) ________ chart.

Accepted Answer

The answer of To illustrate the positions, units, or functions...

Question 7

A(n) ________ is a type of chart that uses symbols instead of words or numbers to portray data.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ is a type of chart...

Question 8

Flowcharts are used to

Accepted Answer

A)  show how something looks or operates. 
B)  illustrate processes and procedures. 
C)  summarize large amounts of statistical data. 
D)  show the relative sizes of the parts of a whole. 
A)  show how something looks or operates. 
B)  illustrate processes and procedures. 
C)  summarize large amounts of statistical data. 
D)  show the relative sizes of the parts of a whole.

Question 9

In business presentations, images should always be arranged symmetrically around a central point or axis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

When describing the data from a visual in the text of your report, you should be sure to reiterate all the details of the data, rather than simply touching on the highlights.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

In line charts showing trends, the vertical axis indicates time or quantity, and the horizontal axis indicates amount.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Explain "data visualization" and give at least one example to support your explanation.

Accepted Answer

Data visualization refers to a diverse c

Question 13

A(n) ________ title calls attention to the conclusion that ought to be drawn from the data.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ title calls attention to the...

Question 14

When designing important visuals in business,

Accepted Answer

A)  the best rule of thumb is to include as little text and as many photos as possible. 
B)  consider having a professional designer set up a template for the types of visuals you often create. 
C)  use online clip art to enhance the effectiveness of what you produce. 
D)  the more colors you can incorporate, the better. 
A)  the best rule of thumb is to include as little text and as many photos as possible. 
B)  consider having a professional designer set up a template for the types of visuals you often create. 
C)  use online clip art to enhance the effectiveness of what you produce. 
D)  the more colors you can incorporate, the better.

Question 15

A good way to distinguish between "operating expenses" and "equipment costs" on a pie chart illustrating monthly expenses would be to use contrasting colors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A chart that uses symbols or graphic images instead of words or numbers to portray data is called a

Accepted Answer

A)  pictogram. 
B)  combination chart. 
C)  surface chart. 
D)  Gantt chart. 
A)  pictogram. 
B)  combination chart. 
C)  surface chart. 
D)  Gantt chart.

Question 17

For determining numerical values, pie charts are generally ________ than bar charts or line charts.

Accepted Answer

A)  worse 
B)  about the same 
C)  much better 
D)  slightly better 
A)  worse 
B)  about the same 
C)  much better 
D)  slightly better

Question 18

If you have a great deal of detailed, specific information to present to allow users to find specific data point values in decimal form, the best visual to use would be a

Accepted Answer

A)  table. 
B)  pie chart. 
C)  Gantt chart. 
D)  diagram. 
A)  table. 
B)  pie chart. 
C)  Gantt chart. 
D)  diagram.

Question 19

Clip art cluttering a bar chart is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)  chartjunk. 
B)  a pictogram. 
C)  a good way to grab reader interest. 
D)  all of the above. 
A)  chartjunk. 
B)  a pictogram. 
C)  a good way to grab reader interest. 
D)  all of the above.

Question 20

The style and quality that you choose for your visuals depends mostly on

Accepted Answer

A)  whether or not your topic is controversial. 
B)  the subject matter and the situation at hand. 
C)  the gender of your audience. 
D)  all of the above. 
A)  whether or not your topic is controversial. 
B)  the subject matter and the situation at hand. 
C)  the gender of your audience. 
D)  all of the above.

Exam 12: Designing Visual Communication

________ refers to decorative elements that clutter documents without adding any relevant information.

In computer graphics, a template

List at least five types of visuals commonly used to present data in business documents. Provide an example of a specific task for which one type would be especially useful.

What three questions should you ask in verifying the quality of the visuals you include in business messages?

"Visual literacy" describes the abilities to create effective images and correctly interpret visual messages.

To illustrate the positions, units, or functions of an organization and the way they interrelate, use a(n) ________ chart.

A(n) ________ is a type of chart that uses symbols instead of words or numbers to portray data.

Flowcharts are used to

In business presentations, images should always be arranged symmetrically around a central point or axis.

When describing the data from a visual in the text of your report, you should be sure to reiterate all the details of the data, rather than simply touching on the highlights.

In line charts showing trends, the vertical axis indicates time or quantity, and the horizontal axis indicates amount.

Explain "data visualization" and give at least one example to support your explanation.

A(n) ________ title calls attention to the conclusion that ought to be drawn from the data.

When designing important visuals in business,

A good way to distinguish between "operating expenses" and "equipment costs" on a pie chart illustrating monthly expenses would be to use contrasting colors.

A chart that uses symbols or graphic images instead of words or numbers to portray data is called a

For determining numerical values, pie charts are generally ________ than bar charts or line charts.

If you have a great deal of detailed, specific information to present to allow users to find specific data point values in decimal form, the best visual to use would be a

Clip art cluttering a bar chart is an example of

The style and quality that you choose for your visuals depends mostly on

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