Balance in Art: Master the Art of Visual Harmony

Question 1

In a symmetrical artwork, the sides are:

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Identical in appearance

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Different in appearance

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Not balanced

Question 2

To create balance in an asymmetrical composition, you should:

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Balance the visual weight of different elements

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Use equal visual weight on both sides

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Make the artwork perfectly symmetrical

Question 3

Radial balance occurs when elements:

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Radiate from a central point

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Are arranged in a horizontal line

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Are scattered randomly

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to visual stability in a composition?

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Uneven distribution of visual weight

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Contrasting colors

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A focal point

Question 5

In a radially balanced artwork, the focal point is usually located:

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At the center

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In the upper right corner

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In the lower left corner

Question 6

Which artistic principle focuses on organizing elements to create a pleasing visual arrangement?

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Balance

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Contrast

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Proportion

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The vertical line that divides a symmetrical artwork in half is called the:

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Axis of symmetry

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Horizon line

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Focal point

Question 8

In an asymmetrical composition, it is advisable to:

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Use a few large elements on one side and many small elements on the other

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Create a focal point that is exactly in the center

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Arrange elements in a symmetrical manner

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a type of balance used in art?

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Horizontal

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Symmetrical

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Asymmetrical

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Radial

Question 10

In symmetrical balance, the visual elements are:

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Arranged evenly on both sides of a central axis

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Arranged evenly on one side of a central axis

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Arranged unevenly on one side of a central axis

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Arranged randomly on the canvas

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Asymmetrical balance is achieved when:

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The elements are arranged unevenly on both sides of a central axis

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The elements are arranged evenly on both sides of a central axis

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The elements are arranged in a radial pattern

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The elements are arranged without any apparent order

Question 12

Which of the following is a characteristic of radial balance?

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Elements are arranged in a circular pattern

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Elements are arranged in a horizontal line

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Elements are arranged in a vertical line

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Elements are arranged in a diagonal line

Question 13

Which type of balance occurs when there is equal visual weight distributed on both sides, as if reflected across an imaginary center line?

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Symmetrical balance

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Asymmetrical balance

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Radial balance

Question 14

When elements are arranged around a central point, forming a circular or radiating pattern, what type of balance is being employed?

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Radial balance

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Symmetrical balance

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Asymmetrical balance

Question 15

To create a composition that evokes a sense of dynamism and energy, which type of balance is most suitable?

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Asymmetrical balance

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Symmetrical balance

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Radial balance

Question 16

Which of these is NOT a recommended guideline for creating balance in art?

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Avoid creating a focal point to maintain balance

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Distribute visual weight equally on both sides

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Consider the emotional impact of the composition

Question 17

When creating your own artwork, it is important to approach balance with which mindset?

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Experiment and trust your instincts

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Follow all the rules strictly

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Avoid using any type of balance

Question 18

Which type of balance divides a composition into two identical or mirrored halves?

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Symmetrical balance

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Asymmetrical balance

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Radial balance

Question 19

In asymmetrical balance, one side of the composition is visually heavier than the other. True or False?

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True

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False

Question 20

Which of the following is not a principle of radial balance?

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Exact mirroring of elements

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Elements radiate from a central point

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Equal visual weight around the center

Question 21

Placing a large object on one side of a composition can be balanced by grouping smaller objects on the opposite side. This is an example of what type of balance?

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Asymmetrical balance

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Symmetrical balance

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Radial balance

Question 22

Which of the following is an example of a symmetrical balance composition?

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A painting with two identical trees on either side of a path

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A sculpture with a figure standing on one leg

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A photograph of a landscape with a horizon line in the center

Question 23

Balance in art only refers to visual symmetry. True or False?

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False

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True

Question 24

In a composition with asymmetrical balance, the visual weight of the elements on both sides is:

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Unequal

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Equal

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Balanced around a central axis

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a recognized type of balance in art?

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Tilted

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Symmetrical

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Asymmetrical

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Radial

Question 26

A composition where the visual weight is distributed evenly on both sides of a vertical axis exhibits:

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Symmetrical balance

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Asymmetrical balance

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Radial balance

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Dynamic balance

Question 27

Radial balance is characterized by the arrangement of visual elements around:

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A central point

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A vertical axis

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A horizontal axis

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A diagonal line

Question 28

In art, balance is solely concerned with creating perfect symmetry.

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False

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True

Question 29

Maintaining balance in an artwork is essential for creating a sense of:

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Visual stability

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Emotional connection

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Historical significance

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Cultural diversity

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a type of balance used in art?

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Vertical

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Symmetrical

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Asymmetrical

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Radial

Question 31

Which of the following is an example of symmetrical balance where objects are evenly distributed on both sides of a central axis?

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A painting with matching objects on both sides of a central axis

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A sculpture with uneven distribution of weight

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A drawing with a focal point off-center

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A photograph with a curved line dividing the composition

Question 32

What is the primary purpose of radial balance in art?

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To emphasize a central focal point

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To create a sense of movement and flow

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To divide a composition into equal parts

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To create a sense of depth

Question 33

Which of the following artworks best exemplifies radial balance?

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A mandala with a repeating pattern radiating from a central point

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A landscape painting with a distant mountain peak as the focal point

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A portrait with a subject looking directly at the viewer

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A sculpture of a spiral staircase

Question 34

In the real world, which example demonstrates asymmetrical balance?

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A window with curtains open on one side only

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A painting with a vase centered in the frame

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A mandala with patterns arranged around a central point

Question 35

What is the primary goal of using balance in art?

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To create visual stability and harmony

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To emphasize the center of interest

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To create a sense of movement

Question 36

Which type of balance occurs when the visual elements are distributed equally on both sides of a central axis?

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Symmetrical

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Asymmetrical

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Radial

Question 37

In an asymmetrical composition, the visual elements are distributed:

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Unevenly on both sides

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Evenly on both sides

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Symmetrically around a central point

Question 38

When the visual elements are arranged around a central point, which type of balance is created?

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Radial

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Symmetrical

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Asymmetrical

Question 39

In a visually balanced composition, the visual weight should be:

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Distributed evenly throughout

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Heavier on one side

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Concentrated in the center

Question 40

Which of the following is an example of radial balance in architecture?

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Taj Mahal

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Great Pyramid of Giza

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Eiffel Tower

Question 41

In a symmetrical composition, the mirror image of one side is reflected on the:

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Both vertical and horizontal axes

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Vertical axis

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Horizontal axis

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using balance in art?

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Adds excessive detail

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Creates visual interest

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Guides the viewer's eye

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Can convey emotions and ideas

Question 43

Which type of balance creates a mirror-like image around a central axis?

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Symmetrical

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Radial

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Tangential

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Asymmetrical

Question 44

In asymmetrical balance, the distribution of visual weight on both sides of the artwork is:

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Unequal

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Greater on the left side

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Equal

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Greater on the right side

Question 45

Radial balance is characterized by the arrangement of elements:

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Around a central point

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Along a horizontal line

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Along a vertical line

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In a random pattern

Question 46

Which principle is NOT used to achieve balance in art?

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Isolation

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Repetition

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Contrast

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Emphasis

Question 47

To achieve a sense of visual stability in a composition, it is important to:

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Distribute elements evenly

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Use only symmetrical elements

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Draw attention to the center of the artwork

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Use contrasting colors

Question 48

Which of the following is an example of an asymmetrical composition?

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A painting with an off-center subject

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A mandala with a centralized design

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A symmetrical vase on a table

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A photograph of a balanced building

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT a type of balance in art?

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Curvilinear

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Radial

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Asymmetrical

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Symmetrical

Question 50

In a symmetrical composition, the elements are arranged in a way that creates a sense of:

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Mirror reflection

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Radial symmetry

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Asymmetry

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Contrast

Question 51

Which of the following is an example of radial balance?

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A painting of a mandala

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A still life painting of fruit

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A cityscape painting

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A sculpture of a human figure

Question 52

Asymmetrical balance is often achieved by using:

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Varied sizes, shapes, and colors, with one side visually outweighing the other

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Identical shapes and sizes

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A radial pattern

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A horizontal axis of symmetry

Question 53

The use of balance in art helps to create a sense of:

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Harmony and visual stability

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Mystery and intrigue

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Chaos and disarray

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Movement and dynamism

Question 54

When creating a composition, artists should consider the balance of both the positive and negative space.

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True

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False

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Not always

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Only in symmetrical compositions

Question 55

When assessing the balance of a composition, it is important to consider how the elements are distributed in relation to:

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Both the horizontal and vertical axes

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Only the horizontal axis

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Only the vertical axis

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Neither the horizontal nor vertical axes

Question 56

Which of the following techniques can help artists achieve a balanced composition?

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Using a grid system

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Randomly placing elements

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Focusing on only one type of balance

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Ignoring the negative space