Deck 8: Visual Aids

Question 1

Rules for effective use of graphics include

A)appropriately located graphics.
B)added graphics that benefit the text.
C)the exclusion of a graphic with text.
D)the use a graphic to communicate important information that could not be conveyed easily with a paragraph.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

It is impossible to modify downloaded graphics.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

show a chronological sequence of activities.

A)Combination charts
B)Pie charts
C)Flow charts
D)Topographical charts

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Types of figures include which of the following?

A)bar charts
B)line drawings
C)organizational charts
D)All of these answers are correct.
E)A and B

Question 5

A(n)adds interest and distinguishes two sets of figures by depicting them differently.

A)organizational chart
B)Gantt chart
C)line chart
D)combination chart

Question 6

Renderings and exploded views are examples of

A)combination drawings.
B)CAD drawings.
C)line drawings.
D)icons.

Question 7

Icons can

A)save space.
B)communicate rapidly.
C)help readers with language problems understand the writer's intent.
D)All of these answers are correct.
E)A and B only are correct.

Question 8

Because the use of color in visual aids rarely goes out of style, you should use one that is in fashion today.

Question 9

You can specify and quantify with a 3-D graphic.

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true for using schematics?

A)They use symbols familiar to highly technical readers.
B)They show relationships among the parts of something, such as electrical circuits.
C)They are useful for presenting abstract information in technical fields.
D)All of these answers are correct.

Question 11

Use of visual aids will not help you achieve

A)cosmetic appeal.
B)subjective writing.
C)conciseness.
D)clarity.

Question 12

Graphics can be

A)photographed.
B)hand drawn.
C)computer generated.
D)All of these answers are correct.

Question 13

A Gantt chart depicts a chronological history of an activity.

Question 14

Using visual aids helps to clarify complex information.

Question 15

Graphics do not assist readers in seeing

A)trends.
B)facts and figures.
C)style.
D)percentages.
E)comparisons between like components.

Question 16

reveal relationships between sets of figures.

A)Combination charts
B)Topographical charts
C)Gantt charts
D)Line charts

Question 17

Charts that show either vertical or horizontal bars are called

A)bar charts.
B)combination charts.
C)pictographs.
D)line charts.

Question 18

By creating your own graphic, you

A)have more control over the final product.
B)can avoid infringement of copyright laws.
C)can design it to meet your needs.
D)All of these answers are correct.

Question 19

Tables should be numbered in order of presentation.

Question 20

are most effective for presenting numbers, dates, and columns of figures.

A)Tables
B)Organizational charts
C)Figures
D)Schematics

Question 21

When used correctly, icons can save space, communicate readily, and help readers with language problems to understand the writer's intent. First, explain what icons are and how they are used today. Then, list and discuss four of the suggestions in the text for effectively using icons.

Question 22

Although the use of color graphics may attract your reader's attention, there are some drawbacks to using color. List and discuss at least three such concerns.

Question 23

Exploded views and cutaway views are examples seen in

A)line drawings.
B)grouped bar charts.
C)flowcharts.
D)pictographs.