Question

shading is created using
a. varying proportions of the same color.
b. shades of black and white, or by using values of a single hue.
c. complementary colors which blend together and create harmony.
d. tints and tones of a given hue.

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Shading relies on adjusting the value (lightness/darkness) of a color. This can be done by adding black/white to a hue or using different value levels of that single hue. Option a is too vague, option c refers to color harmony with complements (not shading), and option d only covers tints/tones (not shades, which use black). Option b fully encompasses the methods of creating shading.

Answer:

b. shades of black and white, or by using values of a single hue.