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 single hue to create different values, or using the inherent values of that hue. Option a is too vague, option c refers to color harmony via complements (not shading), and option d only covers tints (white added) and tones (gray added) but misses shades (black added) and the full range of value adjustment for a hue.

Answer:

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