1.
To "toggle" a command means to:
Correct Answer
A. Use the same key or keys to turn the command on and off
Explanation
The correct answer is "Use the same key or keys to turn the command on and off." Toggling a command means that you can use the same key or keys to activate or deactivate the command. This allows for quick and convenient control over the command without having to navigate through menus or use additional keys.
2.
In most applications, which of these quick keys DOES NOT match its command?
Correct Answer
A. CTRL-P = Paste.
Explanation
The correct answer is CTRL-P = Paste. In most applications, the quick key for pasting is CTRL-V, not CTRL-P. CTRL-P is commonly used for printing in many applications.
3.
In most applications, the commands CUT, COPY and PASTE are located in this menu:
Correct Answer
B. Edit.
Explanation
The commands CUT, COPY, and PASTE are commonly used for manipulating text or objects within a document. These commands involve editing the content by either removing or duplicating it, and then pasting it elsewhere. Therefore, it makes sense for these commands to be located in the Edit menu, as it is the menu that typically houses options related to editing and modifying the content of a document.
4.
If you've saved your file once already, you can do a 'quick-save' by pressing:
Correct Answer
C. CTRL-S.
Explanation
The CTRL-S key combination is used to perform a quick-save. This means that if you have already saved your file once, pressing CTRL-S will quickly save any changes you have made since the last save. The F1 key is typically used to access help menus, the F7 key is often used for spell checking, and CTRL-A is used to select all the text in a document. Therefore, the correct answer is CTRL-S.
5.
In most graphic applications, the little black triangle in the bottom-right corner (as seen in this example) means:
Correct Answer
A. There are more tool options available.
Explanation
The little black triangle in the bottom-right corner typically indicates that there are additional tool options available. Clicking on the triangle will reveal a menu or panel with more options related to the tool being used.
6.
For what is considered "high quality" or "print resolution", your images should be set for:
Correct Answer
C. 300 pixels per inch.
Explanation
For high quality or print resolution, images should be set to 300 pixels per inch. This resolution ensures that the image will have a crisp and detailed appearance when printed. Lower resolutions like 72 or 96 pixels per inch are typically used for web or screen display, where the image doesn't need to be as detailed. Setting the resolution to 2,000 pixels per inch would be excessive and unnecessary for most printing purposes.
7.
The term "opacity" goes hand-in-hand with _______ since they are opposites.
Correct Answer
A. Transparency.
Explanation
The term "opacity" refers to the degree to which an object or substance allows light to pass through it. Transparency, on the other hand, refers to the quality of being able to see through an object or substance. Since opacity and transparency are opposites, they are closely related and often used together to describe the visual properties of an object or image.
8.
For use of an image for web (or to downsize for email) the resolution should be:
Correct Answer
C. 72 dpi
Explanation
When using an image for web or downsizing it for email, a resolution of 72 dpi is recommended. DPI stands for dots per inch and refers to the number of dots or pixels per inch in an image. For digital display on screens, a resolution of 72 dpi is sufficient because screens typically have a pixel density of around 72 pixels per inch. Using a higher dpi would result in a larger file size without any noticeable improvement in image quality on digital screens.
9.
What does dpi stand for?
Correct Answer
D. Dots per inch
Explanation
DPI stands for "dots per inch." This term is commonly used to measure the resolution of an image or the printing quality of a printer. It refers to the number of dots or pixels that can be placed within a one-inch span. A higher DPI indicates a higher level of detail and clarity in the image or printout.
10.
This group of tools do the same thing in different ways. What do these tools do?
Correct Answer
B. Selection
Explanation
The group of tools consisting of draw, selection, heal, and brush all perform different functions related to editing or manipulating images. However, the commonality among them is that they all involve making a selection or choosing a specific area of the image to work on. The selection tool allows the user to select a specific part of the image, while the draw, heal, and brush tools are used to make changes or apply effects within the selected area.
11.
What does the eyedropper tool do?
Correct Answer
B. Selects the color at the cursor click.
Explanation
The eyedropper tool is used to select the color at the cursor click. This means that when you click on a specific area of an image or graphic, the eyedropper tool will sample the color of that area and allow you to use it elsewhere in your design. This is particularly useful when you want to match colors or create a cohesive color scheme.
12.
"Layers" in Photoshop are...
Correct Answer
B. Separate images stacked on top of each other.
Explanation
Layers in Photoshop are separate images stacked on top of each other. Each layer can contain different elements such as text, shapes, or images, and they can be edited independently without affecting the other layers. This allows for greater flexibility and control when creating and editing images in Photoshop.
13.
Holding the mouse button over a tool, but not clicking, does what?
Correct Answer
C. Reveals text that explains that tool
Explanation
Holding the mouse button over a tool, but not clicking, reveals text that explains that tool. This feature is commonly known as a tooltip. When the user hovers the mouse cursor over a tool, a small box or popup appears with a brief description or explanation of what that tool does. This helps the user understand the functionality of the tool without having to click on it.
14.
Which tool would be best used to select around an object?
Correct Answer
D. Quick selection tool
Explanation
The quick selection tool would be the best tool to use for selecting around an object. This tool allows for easy and precise selection by automatically detecting and selecting similar pixels within the image. It saves time and effort compared to manually selecting or using other tools like the crop tool, red eye tool, or art brush tool, which are not specifically designed for object selection.
15.
In most illustration programs, you can create perfect circles and squares by using the shape tool and pressing _____ while you drag the shape.
Correct Answer
A. Shift
Explanation
In most illustration programs, using the shape tool and pressing Shift while dragging the shape allows you to create perfect circles and squares. This is because holding down the Shift key while dragging constrains the shape to maintain its proportions, resulting in a perfect circle or square.
16.
Correct Answer
A. Apply foreground color to the image with a hard or soft edge.
17.
Correct Answer
B. Softens hard edges or reduces detail in an image.
Explanation
The correct answer is "Softens hard edges or reduces detail in an image." This option refers to a common image editing technique known as blurring. By softening hard edges or reducing detail, the image becomes less sharp and more smooth. This can be useful for various purposes such as creating a dreamy effect, reducing noise, or emphasizing certain elements in the image.
18.
Correct Answer
B. Crop part of an image and/or decrease the canvas size.
19.
Correct Answer
D. Lighten areas of the image.
20.
Correct Answer
A. Selects an area as an oval.
21.
Correct Answer
C. Matches selected pixels to a nearby area's texture.
22.
Correct Answer
C. Selects similar pixels in an area.
23.
Correct Answer
A. Selects areas whose edges contrast with an adjacent area.
24.
Correct Answer
D. Fills a selection with the foreground color.
25.
Correct Answer
B. Selects irregularly-shaped areas with a series of straight lines.
26.
Correct Answer
A. Selects irregular areas.
27.
Correct Answer
B. Opens or finds a file.
28.
What is the approximate point size for text that is ONE INCH in height?
Correct Answer
A. 72 points.
Explanation
The approximate point size for text that is one inch in height is 72 points. This is because the point size refers to the height of the font, and there are approximately 72 points in one inch. Therefore, if the text is one inch in height, it would be approximately 72 points in size.