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Mounting for Public Relations Purposes

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What is the primary purpose of mounting photographs for public relations purposes?

  1. To protect the photographs from damage

  2. To enhance the visual appeal of the photographs

  3. To make the photographs easier to transport

  4. To all of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mounting photographs for public relations purposes serves multiple purposes, including protecting the photographs from damage, enhancing their visual appeal, and making them easier to transport.

Which type of mounting is most commonly used for public relations purposes?

  1. Dry mounting

  2. Wet mounting

  3. Laminating

  4. Framing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dry mounting is the most commonly used method for mounting photographs for public relations purposes because it is a relatively simple and inexpensive process that produces high-quality results.

What is the difference between dry mounting and wet mounting?

  1. Dry mounting uses heat to adhere the photograph to the mounting board, while wet mounting uses a liquid adhesive.

  2. Dry mounting is a permanent process, while wet mounting is a temporary process.

  3. Dry mounting is more expensive than wet mounting.

  4. Dry mounting is more difficult than wet mounting.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dry mounting uses heat to activate an adhesive that is applied to the back of the photograph, while wet mounting uses a liquid adhesive that is applied to the mounting board.

What are the advantages of dry mounting?

  1. It is a permanent process.

  2. It produces high-quality results.

  3. It is relatively simple and inexpensive.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dry mounting offers several advantages, including its permanence, high-quality results, and relative simplicity and affordability.

What are the disadvantages of dry mounting?

  1. It can be difficult to remove the photograph from the mounting board.

  2. It can damage the photograph if it is not done properly.

  3. It is not suitable for all types of photographs.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dry mounting has some disadvantages, including the difficulty of removing the photograph from the mounting board, the potential for damage if not done properly, and its unsuitability for certain types of photographs.

What are the advantages of wet mounting?

  1. It is a temporary process.

  2. It is less expensive than dry mounting.

  3. It is easier to remove the photograph from the mounting board.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Wet mounting offers several advantages, including its temporary nature, lower cost, and ease of removing the photograph from the mounting board.

What are the disadvantages of wet mounting?

  1. It can produce lower-quality results than dry mounting.

  2. It is not as permanent as dry mounting.

  3. It can be more difficult to do properly.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Wet mounting has some disadvantages, including its potential for lower-quality results, its impermanence, and its difficulty.

What is laminating?

  1. A process of applying a thin, transparent plastic film to the surface of a photograph

  2. A process of mounting a photograph to a backing board using an adhesive

  3. A process of framing a photograph

  4. A process of matting a photograph


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Laminating is a process of applying a thin, transparent plastic film to the surface of a photograph to protect it from damage and enhance its appearance.

What are the advantages of laminating?

  1. It protects the photograph from damage.

  2. It enhances the visual appeal of the photograph.

  3. It makes the photograph easier to clean.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Laminating offers several advantages, including protection from damage, enhanced visual appeal, and ease of cleaning.

What are the disadvantages of laminating?

  1. It can be expensive.

  2. It can make the photograph look artificial.

  3. It can be difficult to remove the laminate if necessary.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Laminating has some disadvantages, including its cost, potential for an artificial appearance, and difficulty of removal.

What is framing?

  1. A process of mounting a photograph to a backing board using an adhesive

  2. A process of applying a thin, transparent plastic film to the surface of a photograph

  3. A process of enclosing a photograph in a decorative border

  4. A process of matting a photograph


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Framing is a process of enclosing a photograph in a decorative border to enhance its appearance and protect it from damage.

What are the advantages of framing?

  1. It enhances the visual appeal of the photograph.

  2. It protects the photograph from damage.

  3. It makes the photograph easier to hang or display.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Framing offers several advantages, including enhanced visual appeal, protection from damage, and ease of hanging or display.

What are the disadvantages of framing?

  1. It can be expensive.

  2. It can make the photograph look heavy or cluttered.

  3. It can be difficult to find a frame that matches the photograph and the decor.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Framing has some disadvantages, including its cost, potential for a heavy or cluttered appearance, and difficulty in finding a suitable frame.

What is matting?

  1. A process of placing a border of material around a photograph

  2. A process of mounting a photograph to a backing board using an adhesive

  3. A process of applying a thin, transparent plastic film to the surface of a photograph

  4. A process of framing a photograph


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Matting is a process of placing a border of material around a photograph to enhance its appearance and protect it from damage.

What are the advantages of matting?

  1. It enhances the visual appeal of the photograph.

  2. It protects the photograph from damage.

  3. It makes the photograph easier to frame.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Matting offers several advantages, including enhanced visual appeal, protection from damage, and ease of framing.

What are the disadvantages of matting?

  1. It can be expensive.

  2. It can make the photograph look smaller.

  3. It can be difficult to find a mat that matches the photograph and the decor.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Matting has some disadvantages, including its cost, potential for making the photograph look smaller, and difficulty in finding a suitable mat.

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