Color Wheel Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Color Theory in Interior Design

Question 1

Which color scheme evokes a sense of energy and visual stimulation in interior design?

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Complementary

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Monochromatic

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Analogous

Question 2

What type of color scheme employs variations of a single hue, including shades and tints?

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Monochromatic

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Analogous

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Complementary

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Triadic

Question 3

Which of the following is classified as a warm color?

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Red

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Blue

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Green

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Purple

Question 4

Describe the relationship between hue and saturation.

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Hue represents the color family, while saturation determines its intensity.

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Saturation represents the color family, while hue determines its intensity.

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Hue and saturation are interchangeable terms.

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There is no relationship between hue and saturation.

Question 5

Which of the following is considered a 'warm' color?

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Red

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Blue

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Green

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Violet

Question 6

What is the term for the process of selecting and combining colors in a design?

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Color Scheme Development

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Color Selection

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Color Harmonization

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Color Theory

Question 7

Which design principle uses color to create a focal point or emphasize elements in a space?

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Emphasis

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Balance

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Contrast

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Rhythm

Question 8

What is the name for the area between adjacent hues on the Color Wheel?

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Tone

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Tint

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Shade

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Hue

Question 9

Which of the following factors should NOT be considered when selecting colors for interior design?

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Time of day

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Natural light availability

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Room usage

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Personal preference

Question 10

What color scheme uses a single color in varying shades and tints?

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Monochromatic

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Analogous

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Complementary

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Triadic

Question 11

Which of the following is not considered a primary color on the Color Wheel?

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Green

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Red

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Blue

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Yellow

Question 12

What is the complementary color to red?

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Blue

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Orange

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Green

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Yellow

Question 13

Which color scheme involves utilizing adjacent colors on the Color Wheel?

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Analogous

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Monochromatic

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Complementary

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Triadic

Question 14

What term describes the lightness or darkness of a color?

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Value

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Hue

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Saturation

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Contrast

Question 15

Which of the following is regarded as a warm color?

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Red

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Blue

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Green

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Purple

Question 16

What is the expected impact of using a high-contrast color scheme in an interior space?

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Creates a visually stimulating atmosphere

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Enlarges the perceived space

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Promotes a sense of calmness

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Unifies the room's elements

Question 17

What is the term for a color created by combining a primary and a secondary color?

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Tertiary color

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Complementary color

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Analogous color

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Monochromatic color

Question 18

Which color harmony is typically associated with a balanced and harmonious atmosphere in a room?

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Monochromatic

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Analogous

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Triadic

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Complementary

Question 19

How does using an analogous color scheme in interior design contribute to a harmonious and unified space?

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Evokes a sense of calm and tranquility

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Creates a visually dynamic and contrasting effect

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Adds a touch of drama and excitement

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Makes a space appear larger or smaller

Question 20

How do triadic color schemes enhance visual appeal in interior design?

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By using three colors evenly spaced on the color wheel, creating contrast and visual tension.

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By employing adjacent colors on the color wheel, generating harmony and unity.

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By utilizing muted and desaturated colors to create a neutral and calming atmosphere.

Question 21

What color scheme is created by using colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel?

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Complementary

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Analogous

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Triadic

Question 22

What effect does adding white to a color have?

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Lightens it

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Darkens it

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Makes it more vibrant

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Makes it more muted

Question 23

What is the primary purpose of using a color palette in interior design?

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To create a cohesive and harmonious color scheme

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To reduce the number of colors used

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To match the colors to the exterior of the building

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To ensure all colors are complementary

Question 24

What is a psychological effect associated with the color blue in a room?

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Calming and soothing

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Energetic and stimulating

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Warm and inviting

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Dark and depressing

Question 25

How do warm and cool color schemes influence the perceived mood, behavior, and dimensions of interior spaces?

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Warm colors (red, orange, yellow) create intimacy and warmth, while cool colors (blue, green, purple) evoke spaciousness and tranquility.

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Cool colors promote creativity and productivity, while warm colors stimulate anger and aggression.

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Warm colors are suitable for large spaces, while cool colors are better for smaller spaces.

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Color schemes have no significant psychological impact on humans.

Question 26

Which color scheme type utilizes hues that are adjacent to each other on the color wheel?

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Analogous

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Complementary

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Triadic

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Monochromatic

Question 27

Which of the following is classified as a warm color?

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Yellow

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Blue

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Purple

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Green

Question 28

What is the term used to describe the lightness or darkness of a color?

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Value

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Saturation

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Hue

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Chroma

Question 29

Which of the following is a tertiary color?

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Yellow-green

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Orange

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Red-violet

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Blue

Question 30

In interior design, what is the primary purpose of using a color wheel?

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To create various color schemes

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To determine complementary colors

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To identify the primary colors

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To enhance the visual appeal of a room

Question 31

What is the complementary color of red?

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Blue

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Yellow

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Green

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Orange

Question 32

What is the term for colors that appear opposite each other on the color wheel?

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Complementary colors

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Analogous colors

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Triadic colors

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Monochromatic colors

Question 33

What is the result of combining a primary color with a secondary color?

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A tertiary color

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A shade

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A tone

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A tint

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental consideration when selecting colors for an interior design project?

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Style of furniture

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Natural light availability

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Functionality of the space

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Personal preferences

Question 35

Which type of lighting has the most significant impact on the appearance of colors in a room?

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Natural lighting

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Incandescent lighting

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Fluorescent lighting

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Halogen lighting

Question 36

What term describes the lightness or darkness of a color?

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Value

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Hue

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Saturation

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Intensity

Question 37

Which color is considered a neutral that can complement any other color?

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White

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Green

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Blue

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Yellow

Question 38

What is the primary purpose of creating a mood board in interior design?

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To visualize a design concept

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To finalize specific material selections

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To formally present ideas to clients

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To experiment with various color combinations

Question 39

Which color harmony employs adjacent colors on the Color Wheel?

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Analogous

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Monochromatic

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Complementary

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Triadic

Question 40

What color scheme exclusively consists of shades and tints of a solitary hue?

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Monochromatic

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Polychromatic

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Complementary

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Analogous

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT considered a secondary color?

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Yellow

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Green

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Orange

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Purple

Question 42

What effect does adding black produce on a color?

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Reduces saturation

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Increases value

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Increases chroma

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Lowers hue

Question 43

Which color evokes warmth and energy?

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Red

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Blue

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Green

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Purple

Question 44

What is the primary purpose of the Color Wheel in interior design?

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Creating color schemes

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Matching furniture

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Decorating windows

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Selecting paint colors

Question 45

Which two primary colors, when mixed, create the secondary color violet?

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Red and Blue

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Yellow and Red

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Yellow and Green

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Blue and Green

Question 46

Which type of color harmony is characterized by the use of colors that are directly opposite each other on the Color Wheel?

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Complementary Harmony

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Analogous Harmony

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Triadic Harmony

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Monochromatic Harmony

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic commonly associated with warm colors?

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Retreating

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Advancing

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Inviting

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Stimulating

Question 48

What is the primary purpose of incorporating a neutral color into an interior design scheme?

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To balance and harmonize other colors in the scheme

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To create a sharp contrast with other colors

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To bring warmth and coziness to the room

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To serve as the dominant color in the space

Question 49

Which color scheme is characterized by the use of shades, tints, and tones of a single hue?

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Monochromatic Scheme

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Analogous Scheme

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Complementary Scheme

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Triadic Scheme

Question 50

Which of the following color combinations is an example of an analogous color scheme?

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Blue, Blue-Green, Green

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Orange, Blue, Green

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Red, Yellow-Green, Purple

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Red, Blue, Yellow

Question 51

What is a key benefit of using complementary colors in interior design?

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They create high contrast and visual interest

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They make a room appear larger

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They promote relaxation and tranquility

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They always produce harmonious and calming spaces