Print Production Quiz #1
Print production seems to be the area of growth and the most reward, take the time to speak Print Production Language and see how much you know and how much you can learn!
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What does PMS stand for?
- A.
Primary Match Solution
- B.
Print Monitoring System
- C.
Pantone Media Selection
- D.
Pantone Matching System
Correct Answer
D. Pantone Matching SystemExplanation
The correct answer is "Pantone Matching System". The Pantone Matching System is a standardized color matching system used in various industries, particularly in printing and graphic design. It allows designers and printers to communicate and reproduce colors accurately, ensuring consistency across different materials and printing processes.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What does score mean?
- A.
A crease put on paper to help it fold better.
- B.
Folded edges of the media
- C.
24-17
- D.
A cleaner pad used to clean the press
Correct Answer
A. A crease put on paper to help it fold better.Explanation
The correct answer is "A crease put on paper to help it fold better." This answer is chosen because it accurately defines what a score means in the context of paper. A score is a crease made on paper to make it easier to fold, allowing for clean and precise folds.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What is .jdf?
- A.
Joint Document Format
- B.
Job Definition Format
- C.
Jarred Design Flaw
- D.
Job Design Form
Correct Answer
B. Job Definition FormatExplanation
.jdf stands for Job Definition Format. This format is used to describe the layout and content of a print job. It includes information such as the size and orientation of the document, the colors to be used, and the finishing options. The Job Definition Format is commonly used in the printing industry to ensure consistency and accuracy in print jobs.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What best describes "signature" in the Print Industry?
- A.
Where the Author signs
- B.
The front page of the printed book
- C.
The back page of the printed book
- D.
Printed pages which when folded become a part of a book.
Correct Answer
D. Printed pages which when folded become a part of a book.Explanation
In the print industry, a "signature" refers to printed pages that are folded and bound together to form a book. These signatures are typically created by printing multiple pages on a single sheet of paper, which is then folded and trimmed to create a smaller booklet. By arranging and folding these signatures in a specific order, a complete book is formed. This term is commonly used in bookbinding and printing processes to describe the individual sections that make up a book.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is a web press?
- A.
The name of a type of presses that print from rolls of paper
- B.
Software solution for printing web pages
- C.
A press that uses a mesh like web to form the image on the press cylinder
- D.
A press that prints two color in a single pass
Correct Answer
A. The name of a type of presses that print from rolls of paperExplanation
A web press is a type of press that prints from rolls of paper. This means that instead of using individual sheets of paper, the press uses a continuous roll of paper to print large quantities of material. This method is commonly used in newspaper printing and other high-volume printing operations.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What best describes "Dummy"?
- A.
A press operator who is a rookie
- B.
A rough layout of a printed piece showing position and finisher size
- C.
Someone who sets up the press for long runs
- D.
A press operator that is in charge of cleaning the press
Correct Answer
B. A rough layout of a printed piece showing position and finisher sizeExplanation
"Dummy" in the context of printing refers to a rough layout of a printed piece that shows the position and size of the finished product. It is a visual representation or mock-up of the final design, used to plan and visualize how the printed piece will look. This helps in determining the positioning of elements and ensuring proper alignment and sizing before the actual printing process begins.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What best describes "Eurobind"?
- A.
A plastic coil that holds the book together
- B.
The art of creating a book with folding covers
- C.
Method of binding perfect bound books so they stay open and lay flatter
- D.
Special glue that prevents the book from coming apart
Correct Answer
C. Method of binding perfect bound books so they stay open and lay flatterExplanation
Eurobind is a method of binding perfect bound books so that they stay open and lay flatter. It is not a plastic coil, the art of creating a book with folding covers, or a special glue.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What are "Crop Marks"?
- A.
Printed lines showing the center registration point on the page
- B.
Printed lines showing where to trim a printed sheet of paper.
- C.
My dog makes them every day.
- D.
Printed lines that help the press operator guide the media on the print cyclinder
Correct Answer
B. Printed lines showing where to trim a printed sheet of paper.Explanation
Crop marks are printed lines that indicate where to trim a printed sheet of paper. These marks are used as a guide for cutting the paper to its final size. They ensure that the printed material is properly aligned and that no unwanted white space or borders are left on the final product. Crop marks are essential in the printing process to achieve accurate and precise trimming.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What best describes "VDP" ?
- A.
Variable Design Platform
- B.
Very Decent Proof
- C.
Variable Data Processing
- D.
Variable Data Printing
Correct Answer
D. Variable Data PrintingExplanation
Variable Data Printing (VDP) is the best description for "VDP". VDP refers to a digital printing technology that allows for the customization of printed materials by incorporating variable data, such as text, images, and graphics, to create personalized and targeted communication. This technology is commonly used in direct mail marketing campaigns, where each piece of printed material can be tailored to the individual recipient based on their preferences, demographics, or purchase history. VDP enables businesses to enhance their marketing efforts by delivering more relevant and engaging content to their audience.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What is CRD?
- A.
A system of named color swatches that can be matched on press using spot colors or approximated using process colors. PANTONE and TruMatch are examples of custom color systems.
- B.
A feature that maintains the best possible translation of color from one color device to another.
- C.
A user-defined page size used for printing. Custom sizes are defined in the printer driver.
- D.
A photographic image that contains gradient tones from black to white (such as a 35mm transparency or a photograph).
Correct Answer
B. A feature that maintains the best possible translation of color from one color device to another.Explanation
CRD stands for Color Rendering Dictionary. It is a feature that ensures the accurate translation of colors from one color device to another. This means that when a color is displayed or printed on different devices, such as a computer monitor or a printer, the CRD ensures that the color remains consistent and true to its original appearance. This is important in maintaining color accuracy and consistency across different devices and mediums.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What is "blasting"?
- A.
Both the saturation and lightness of product color.
- B.
Visible steps between shades in a color gradient.
- C.
A visible defect in an image, usually caused by limitations in the input or output process(hardware or software); a blemish or error.
- D.
An undesirable effect that occurs when excess amounts of toner, possibly combined with certain types of paper stock, cause objects in an image to spread beyond the boundaries defined in the file.
Correct Answer
D. An undesirable effect that occurs when excess amounts of toner, possibly combined with certain types of paper stock, cause objects in an image to spread beyond the boundaries defined in the file. -
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