Three colors next to each other on the color wheel define which color scheme?

• A. Analogous color scheme
• B. Double-complementary color scheme
• C. Complementary colors/scheme
• D. Split-complementary color scheme

Answer: (A)

Adjacent hues on the color wheel define an analogous color scheme. This uses colors that sit next to each other, typically including three colors, which creates a harmonious and cohesive look because they share the same family of hues and similar warmth or coolness. The result is a smooth, natural progression that feels unified, like blue, blue-green, and green working together. In contrast, complementary schemes pair colors that are opposite each other for strong contrast, split-complementary uses a base color plus the two colors next to its opposite, and double-complementary combines two opposite color pairs for a bold, dynamic palette.