1.
In Photoshop, the term "default" refers to _____.
Correct Answer
B. The pHotoshop settings set when the program was installed
Explanation
The term "default" in Photoshop refers to the settings that were initially set when the program was installed. These settings serve as the starting point for the user and can be customized according to their preferences.
2.
What is the quickest way to reset Photoshop's foreground and background colors to black and white?
Correct Answer
A. Click the Default Foreground and Background Colors button in the Toolbox.
Explanation
To reset Photoshop's foreground and background colors to black and white, you need to click the Default Foreground and Background Colors button in the Toolbox. This button is specifically designed to reset the colors to their default settings, which are black for the foreground and white for the background. It is the quickest way to achieve this without having to manually change the colors using the Color Picker or closing and reopening Photoshop.
3.
How can you temporarily hide the Toolbox, palettes, and options bar?
Correct Answer
C. Press [Tab].
Explanation
Pressing the [Tab] key allows you to temporarily hide the Toolbox, palettes, and options bar in Adobe Photoshop. This is a quick and convenient way to maximize your workspace and focus solely on your image without any distractions.
4.
How do you reset a tool back to its default settings?
Correct Answer
A. Right-click the tool icon in the options bar and choose Reset Tool from the shortcut menu.
Explanation
To reset a tool back to its default settings, you need to right-click the tool icon in the options bar and choose "Reset Tool" from the shortcut menu. This action will restore all the tool's settings to their original default values.
5.
What menu shows a list of all of Photoshop's palettes?
Correct Answer
C. The Window menu.
Explanation
The Window menu in Photoshop provides a list of all the available palettes. This menu allows users to access and manage various palettes such as Layers, Channels, Paths, and many others. By selecting the Window menu, users can easily navigate and toggle between different palettes, making it the correct answer for this question.
6.
Which procedure resets Photoshop's work area to its default condition?
Correct Answer
B. Choose Window>Workspace>Default Workspace.
Explanation
Choosing the option "Window>Workspace>Default Workspace" resets Photoshop's work area to its default condition. This option allows the user to restore the default arrangement of panels, tools, and windows in Photoshop, providing a clean and organized workspace for the user to work with.
7.
If you have several images open, what does the Window>Tile Vertically command do?
Correct Answer
B. Resizes and rearranges all image windows so they are visible on your screen.
Explanation
The Window>Tile Vertically command in an image editing software resizes and rearranges all open image windows so that they are visible on the screen. This is useful when working with multiple images simultaneously, as it allows for easier comparison and editing. It does not close any windows or combine the images into a single window, but rather organizes them in a way that maximizes visibility.
8.
What happens if you choose Window>Arrange>New Window?
Correct Answer
D. A second view of the active file is created.
Explanation
Choosing Window > Arrange > New Window creates a second view of the active file. This means that you will have two separate windows open, both displaying the same file. This can be useful when you want to compare different parts of the same file or work on different sections simultaneously.
9.
If several image files are open in Photoshop, what is the fastest way to bring a particular file to the "top of the pile?"
Correct Answer
D. Choose the image from the bottom of the Window menu.
Explanation
To bring a particular file to the top of the pile in Photoshop when multiple image files are open, you should choose the image from the bottom of the Window menu. This option allows you to directly select the desired file from the list of open image windows, ensuring it is brought to the front quickly and easily.
10.
Digital cameras and scanners are used to _____ images.
Correct Answer
B. Capture
Explanation
Digital cameras and scanners are used to capture images. They use sensors or light-sensitive elements to record the image and convert it into a digital format. This allows the image to be stored, edited, and shared digitally. The term "capture" accurately describes the process of recording or acquiring an image using these devices.
11.
Why does a low-resolution image not use as much file space as a high-resolution image?
Correct Answer
B. Low-resolution images use fewer pixels.
Explanation
Low-resolution images use fewer pixels, which means that there are fewer individual dots of color that make up the image. Each pixel requires a certain amount of file space to store its color information, so when there are fewer pixels, less file space is needed. This is why low-resolution images have smaller file sizes compared to high-resolution images, which have more pixels and therefore require more file space to store the additional color information.
12.
What is a pixelized, or pixelated, image?
Correct Answer
C. An image that appears rough because individual pixels are large enough to be visible to the eye.
Explanation
A pixelized or pixelated image refers to an image that appears rough because the individual pixels are large enough to be visible to the eye. This means that the image lacks smoothness and clarity, with the individual square-shaped pixels being easily discernible. This can happen when the image has a low resolution or when it is enlarged beyond its original size without proper scaling algorithms. The roughness and visibility of the pixels give the image a blocky and distorted appearance.
13.
What changes when the Zoom Tool is used?
Correct Answer
A. Your view of the image.
Explanation
When the Zoom Tool is used, the view of the image changes. This means that the user can either zoom in to get a closer look at a specific part of the image or zoom out to see the entire image. The Zoom Tool does not affect the size of the image, the number of pixels in the image, or the file size of the image.
14.
Which of the following is not a way to reset the zoom magnification of an image to 100%.
Correct Answer
C. Click the Print Size button.
Explanation
Clicking the Print Size button does not reset the zoom magnification of an image to 100%. The Print Size button is used to display the image at the size it would appear when printed, which may not be 100% zoom.
15.
Using the Hand Tool is the same as doing what?
Correct Answer
D. Adjusting the scroll bars at the side and bottom of the image.
Explanation
Using the Hand Tool in this context refers to adjusting the scroll bars at the side and bottom of the image. This tool allows the user to navigate through the image by dragging it in any direction, similar to how one would adjust the scroll bars to view different parts of the image. It does not refer to using the Zoom Tool or the Move Tool, nor does it involve moving the window by grabbing its title bar.
16.
If you are using another tool, what keyboard shortcut enables you to temporarily use the Hand Tool?
Correct Answer
A. [Ctrl].
Explanation
The keyboard shortcut [Ctrl] allows you to temporarily use the Hand Tool when using another tool. This shortcut is commonly used in graphic design and image editing software to quickly navigate and move around the workspace without having to switch between tools. By holding down the [Ctrl] key, you can temporarily access the Hand Tool and move the canvas or image around. This shortcut is particularly useful when zoomed in on a specific area and need to quickly navigate to another part of the image.
17.
What does the Image Size dialog box's Constrain Proportions option do?
Correct Answer
B. Forces the image to keep its original proportions.
Explanation
The Constrain Proportions option in the Image Size dialog box ensures that when you resize an image, its original proportions are maintained. This means that if you increase or decrease the width of the image, the height will automatically adjust proportionally to maintain the original shape of the image. Similarly, if you change the height, the width will adjust accordingly. This option is useful when you want to resize an image without distorting its original proportions.
18.
With the Resampling option off, if you change the size of an image, what will happen to the pixels in your image?
Correct Answer
A. The pixels also become larger or smaller.
Explanation
When the Resampling option is turned off and the size of an image is changed, the pixels in the image will also become larger or smaller. This means that the individual pixels will be resized to fit the new dimensions of the image, resulting in a change in their size.
19.
If you set the Feather option to 6 pixels, how wide will the total feathered effect be?
Correct Answer
A. 12 pixels.
Explanation
The feather option in image editing software allows you to soften the edges of a selection. When the feather option is set to 6 pixels, it means that the effect will extend 6 pixels inwards from the edge of the selection and 6 pixels outwards from the edge of the selection. Therefore, the total feathered effect will be 12 pixels wide.
20.
Which of the following best defines the term "anti-aliased?"
Correct Answer
A. A slight smoothing effect at the edge.
Explanation
The term "anti-aliased" refers to a slight smoothing effect at the edge. This means that when rendering graphics or text, the jagged appearance of diagonal or curved lines is reduced by blending the colors of the pixels along the edges. This technique helps to create a more visually pleasing and realistic image by reducing the pixelation or stair-step effect that can occur without anti-aliasing.
21.
Which selection tool does not have an Anti-alias option?
Correct Answer
D. The Rectangular Marquee Tool.
Explanation
The Rectangular Marquee Tool does not have an Anti-alias option. Anti-aliasing is a technique used to smooth the edges of a selection to make it appear more natural and less jagged. The other three selection tools mentioned in the options, namely the Lasso Tool, the Polygonal Lasso Tool, and the Elliptical Marquee Tool, all have an Anti-alias option available, allowing users to create smoother and more precise selections.
22.
What does the word "crop" mean?
Correct Answer
B. Trim away part of an image.
Explanation
The word "crop" refers to the action of trimming away a part of an image. This process involves removing unwanted or unnecessary parts of the image to focus on a specific area or to improve the composition. Cropping helps to eliminate distractions, improve the overall visual impact, and create a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing image.
23.
How is the Polygonal Lasso Tool different from the Lasso Tool?
Correct Answer
C. It creates straight segments; the Lasso Tool does not.
Explanation
The Polygonal Lasso Tool differs from the Lasso Tool because it allows the user to create straight segments when making selections, while the Lasso Tool does not have this capability. This means that with the Polygonal Lasso Tool, the user can make more precise and controlled selections by creating straight lines between points, whereas the Lasso Tool requires the user to manually draw freehand selections.
24.
If you make a mistake while selecting with the Magnetic Lasso Tool, how do you back up without starting over?
Correct Answer
B. Press [Esc] while moving the mouse backward along the selection path.
Explanation
Pressing the [Esc] key while moving the mouse backward along the selection path allows you to back up without starting over when using the Magnetic Lasso Tool.
25.
One often-used command is Select>Inverse. What does the term "inverse" mean?
Correct Answer
B. Opposite of.
Explanation
The term "inverse" refers to something that is the opposite of another thing. In the context of the given question, the command "Select>Inverse" would select the opposite of the current selection. In other words, it would select everything that was not previously selected.
26.
How do you move an active layer one pixel at a time?
Correct Answer
A. Use the arrow keys.
Explanation
To move an active layer one pixel at a time, you can use the arrow keys. This allows you to nudge the layer in the desired direction by pressing the corresponding arrow key. By using the arrow keys, you can make precise adjustments to the position of the layer on the canvas.
27.
What keyboard shortcut lets you temporarily switch to the Move Tool?
Correct Answer
D. [Ctrl] or[Command].
Explanation
The correct answer is [Ctrl] or [Command]. This keyboard shortcut allows you to temporarily switch to the Move Tool. By holding down the [Ctrl] key on a Windows computer or the [Command] key on a Mac, you can quickly access the Move Tool without having to select it from the toolbar. This shortcut is handy for quickly moving objects or layers around in a document.
28.
What is a bounding box?
Correct Answer
C. A box that appears around an active layer's pixels.
Explanation
A bounding box is a box that appears around an active layer's pixels. It is used to define the boundaries of an object or selection in an image editing software. The bounding box allows users to manipulate and transform the content within it, such as resizing, rotating, or moving the layer. It provides a visual reference for the area being edited and helps to accurately position and adjust the layer's contents.
29.
What happens if you try to move a selected part of your image with the Move Tool, but click outside of the selected area before dragging?
Correct Answer
D. The entire layer will be moved when dragged.
Explanation
If you click outside of the selected area before dragging with the Move Tool, the entire layer will be moved. This means that not only the selected part of the image, but the entire layer will be shifted when you try to move it.
30.
What options bar appears if you click on or near any of the square handles on a bounding box?
Correct Answer
B. The Transform options bar.
Explanation
When you click on or near any of the square handles on a bounding box, the Transform options bar appears. This options bar provides various controls and settings related to transforming the selected object, such as scaling, rotating, and skewing. It allows you to make precise adjustments and modifications to the object's size, position, and orientation. The Transform options bar is specific to the Move Tool and is designed to provide easy access to commonly used transformation functions while working with objects in a document.
31.
What happens if you drag the symbol in the center of a bounding box?
Correct Answer
B. The rotation reference point changes.
Explanation
When you drag the symbol in the center of a bounding box, the rotation reference point changes. This means that the point around which the object rotates will be repositioned to the new location of the symbol. This allows you to rotate the object around a different point, giving you more flexibility in adjusting its orientation.
32.
How can you rotate a bounding box in increments of 15 degrees?
Correct Answer
A. Hold down [Shift] while rotating the bounding box.
Explanation
Holding down the Shift key while rotating the bounding box allows the rotation to occur in increments of 15 degrees.
33.
What does it mean to "flip" and image?
Correct Answer
D. Turn it over and look at it from the other side.
Explanation
To "flip" an image means to turn it over and look at it from the other side. This is different from rotating the image, as it involves reflecting the image along a vertical or horizontal axis. It is as if you are flipping a physical object over to see its reverse side.
34.
Pressing what key allows you to select more than one layer in the layers palette?
Correct Answer
C. [Ctrl].
Explanation
Pressing the [Ctrl] key allows you to select more than one layer in the layers palette. This key is commonly used for selecting multiple items in various software applications, including Photoshop. By holding down the [Ctrl] key and clicking on different layers in the layers palette, you can select multiple layers at once, enabling you to perform actions or make changes to multiple layers simultaneously.
35.
How do you place a selection border around the contents of a layer?
Correct Answer
B. Press [Ctrl] and click the layer thumbnail in the Layers palette.
Explanation
To place a selection border around the contents of a layer, you can press [Ctrl] and click the layer thumbnail in the Layers palette. This action will create a selection based on the shape of the layer, allowing you to manipulate or apply effects to the contents within that selection. This method is commonly used in Photoshop to isolate specific parts of an image or layer for editing purposes.
36.
For the layer to appear "in front" of all other layers in your file, where should it be listed (or stacked) in the Layers palette?
Correct Answer
B. At the top of the list.
Explanation
When layers are listed in the Layers palette, the top layer is the one that appears "in front" of all the other layers. This means that any content or effects on the top layer will be visible and may cover up content on the layers below it. Therefore, to make a layer appear "in front" of all other layers in the file, it should be listed or stacked at the top of the Layers palette.
37.
When a new layer is created, where is it listed (or stacked) in the layers palette?
Correct Answer
D. Just above the layer that was previously active.
Explanation
When a new layer is created, it is listed or stacked just above the layer that was previously active in the layers palette. This means that the new layer will appear directly above the previously active layer in the layer hierarchy.
38.
Which of the following does not happen when an image is flattened?
Correct Answer
A. The number of colors in the image is reduced.
Explanation
When an image is flattened, all layers are merged into one, which means that any adjustments or edits made on individual layers are permanently applied to the image. Additionally, the file size is reduced because all the layer information is discarded, resulting in a smaller file. However, the number of colors in the image is not affected by flattening. The reduction in colors typically occurs when an image is converted to a different color mode or when it is compressed.
39.
Which of the following formats does not save layers?
Correct Answer
A. JPEG
Explanation
JPEG format does not save layers. Unlike PSD (Photoshop Document), TIFF (Tagged Image File Format), and PDF (Portable Document Format), JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) is a lossy compression format that does not support layers. When saving an image in JPEG format, all layers are flattened into a single merged image. This format is commonly used for sharing images online or for displaying photographs, where smaller file sizes are preferred over the ability to edit individual layers.
40.
How do you unlock a background layer?
Correct Answer
A. Double-click on it and rename it.
Explanation
To unlock a background layer, you need to double-click on it and rename it. By doing so, the layer will no longer be considered a background layer and will become editable.
41.
What kind of graphic is not made up of individual pixels?
Correct Answer
B. A vector grapHic.
Explanation
A vector graphic is not made up of individual pixels. Unlike bitmap or raster graphics, which are composed of pixels, a vector graphic is created using mathematical equations to define lines, shapes, and colors. This allows vector graphics to be scaled to any size without losing quality or becoming pixelated.
42.
After entering text, what should you do to keep the text on its own layer?
Correct Answer
D. Click the Commit button.
Explanation
To keep the text on its own layer after entering it, you should click the Commit button. This action finalizes the changes made to the text and ensures that it remains on its own separate layer.
43.
How are the type mask tools different from the other two type tools?
Correct Answer
B. Instead of creating text, they create selections that look like text.
Explanation
The type mask tools are different from the other two type tools because they do not actually create text. Instead, they create selections that mimic the appearance of text. This means that the type mask tools allow you to create selections in the shape of letters or words, which can then be filled or stroked with color or used for various other editing purposes. Unlike the other type tools, they do not generate actual editable text layers.
44.
What setting on the Character palette controls the spacing between two characters?
Correct Answer
A. Kerning.
Explanation
Kerning is the setting on the Character palette that controls the spacing between two characters. Kerning is the adjustment of space between individual letter pairs to improve the visual appearance of the text. It allows for fine-tuning the spacing between specific characters to achieve better readability and aesthetics. Tracking, on the other hand, refers to the overall spacing between all characters in a block of text. Justification is the alignment of text along the left and right margins, while leading is the vertical spacing between lines of text.
45.
What does the term "rasterize" mean?
Correct Answer
C. To convert vector grapHics into pixel-based grapHics.
Explanation
The term "rasterize" refers to the process of converting vector graphics, which are made up of mathematical equations and can be scaled infinitely without losing quality, into pixel-based graphics, also known as raster images. Raster images are made up of a grid of pixels and have a fixed resolution, which means they can lose quality when scaled up. Rasterizing allows vector graphics to be displayed or printed at a specific size and resolution.
46.
How do you keep a custom shape in proportion as you draw it?
Correct Answer
B. Hold down [Shift].
Explanation
When you hold down the Shift key while drawing a custom shape, it ensures that the shape maintains its original proportions. This means that the width and height of the shape will increase or decrease proportionally, preventing it from becoming distorted or stretched.
47.
As you draw shapes, each of them will appear on a separate layer it what button is pressed in the options bar?
Correct Answer
D. The Shape layers button.
Explanation
When drawing shapes, each shape will appear on a separate layer if the "Shape layers" button is pressed in the options bar. This button allows for the creation of new shape layers, ensuring that each shape is placed on its own individual layer. The other options mentioned, such as the "Add to shape area" button, "Fill pixels" button, and "Create new shape layer" button, do not specifically address the separation of shapes onto different layers.
48.
If you want to modify a shape using Photoshop's transform and warp features, what menu command do you select?
Correct Answer
B. One of the commands in the Edit>Transform Path submenu.
49.
Which of the following tools can be used to select anchor points on a path?
Correct Answer
C. The Direct Selection Tool
Explanation
The Direct Selection Tool can be used to select anchor points on a path in Adobe Illustrator. This tool allows users to individually select and manipulate anchor points, as well as adjust the direction handles of the path. It provides precise control over the shape of the path and allows for easy editing and customization. The Path Selection Tool is used to select entire paths, while the Move Tool is used to move objects as a whole. Therefore, the correct answer is the Direct Selection Tool.
50.
I what situation would you use the Freeform Pen Tool with its Magnetic option turned on?
Correct Answer
A. When creating a path by tracing an object in an image.
Explanation
The Freeform Pen Tool with its Magnetic option turned on is used when creating a path by tracing an object in an image. The Magnetic option helps to automatically detect and snap the path to the edges of the object, making it easier and more accurate to trace the shape. This is particularly useful when working with complex or irregular shapes that require precise outlining.