Recall & Review
beginner
What are absolute units in CSS?
Absolute units are fixed measurements that do not change based on screen size or resolution. Examples include
cm, mm, in, px, pt, and pc.Click to reveal answer
beginner
Which CSS absolute unit represents pixels?
The
px unit represents pixels, which are tiny dots on the screen. It is the most common absolute unit used for screen measurements.Click to reveal answer
intermediate
How many points (
pt) are in one inch (in) in CSS?There are 72 points (
pt) in one inch (in) in CSS. This is a standard print measurement.Click to reveal answer
intermediate
Why might absolute units be less flexible for responsive design?
Absolute units do not change with screen size or resolution, so they can cause layout issues on different devices. For example, a fixed
px size might look too small on a large screen or too big on a small screen.Click to reveal answer
beginner
Name three absolute units in CSS used for print media.
Three absolute units often used for print are
cm (centimeters), mm (millimeters), and pt (points). These units relate to real-world measurements.Click to reveal answer
Which of these is NOT an absolute unit in CSS?
✗ Incorrect
em is a relative unit based on font size, not an absolute unit.
How many pixels are in 1 inch according to CSS standards?
✗ Incorrect
CSS defines 1 inch as 96 pixels.
Which absolute unit is best for specifying font size for print?
✗ Incorrect
pt (points) is commonly used for print font sizes.
What happens if you use absolute units on a small mobile screen?
✗ Incorrect
Absolute units stay fixed, so they might not fit well on small screens.
Which unit is equal to 1/6 of an inch in CSS?
✗ Incorrect
pc (pica) equals 1/6 of an inch.
Explain what absolute units are in CSS and give examples.
Think about units that do not change with screen size.
You got /3 concepts.
Describe why absolute units might cause problems in responsive web design.
Consider how websites look on phones versus big screens.
You got /3 concepts.