Ethics in Graphic Design

Which of the following best describes "graphic design ethics"?

• The study of color theory in design

• The moral principles that guide designers in their work

• The use of expensive software for design

• The process of printing designs

What does the Creative Commons license allow creators to do?

• Sell their work exclusively

• Share their work with specific permissions

• Prevent anyone from using their work

• Make their work private

Which of the following is NOT a type of Creative Commons license?

• CC BY

• CC BY-NC

• CC BY-SA

• CC PRO

If a designer uses someone else’s image without permission, what ethical principle are they violating?

• Honesty

• Copyright law

• Time management

• Color balance

What does "Attribution" mean in Creative Commons licenses?

• You can use the work without crediting the creator

• You must give credit to the original creator

• You can sell the work as your own

• You must pay a fee to use the work

Which of the following is an ethical practice in graphic design?

• Plagiarizing another designer’s work

• Using only original or properly licensed materials

• Ignoring client feedback

• Copying logos from the internet

What does "NonCommercial" (NC) mean in a Creative Commons license?

• The work can be used for any purpose

• The work cannot be used for commercial purposes

• The work must be sold

• The work can only be used by companies

Why is it important for graphic designers to understand copyright laws?

• To create more colorful designs

• To avoid legal issues and respect others’ rights

• To make designs faster

• To use any image found online

Which of the following is TRUE about the "ShareAlike" (SA) condition in Creative Commons?

• You must share your work in the same way as the original license

• You can change the license to anything you want

• You cannot share your work at all

• You must sell your work

A client asks you to copy a famous logo for their business. What is the ethical response?

• Agree to do it for extra money

• Refuse and explain it is unethical and illegal

• Copy it and change the color

• Use it without telling anyone