North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) State Practice Exam

When describing a car that has three different colors, how should the colors be listed?

1. In alphabetical order

2. In reverse order

3. In descending order

4. By preference

The correct answer is: In descending order

When describing a car featuring three different colors, the appropriate approach is to list them in descending order, which typically refers to the prominence or size of the colors as they appear on the vehicle. This method prioritizes the most significant color first, followed by the secondary color and then the least dominant color. This provides clarity in communication, allowing the listener or reader to visualize the car's appearance more effectively. The reason other options may not be suitable is that listing colors in alphabetical order would not reflect their actual appearance on the car. Similarly, reverse order lacks clarity in conveying the visual impact of the colors, and prioritizing colors by preference can vary greatly among individuals and lead to confusion in a standardized method of description. Therefore, descending order is the most structured and informative way to communicate the color scheme of a vehicle.