What term describes the slight projection finishing off a stroke of a letter in certain typefaces?

• A. Serif
• B. Sans-serif
• C. Script
• D. Monospace

Answer: (A)

In typography, the finishing projection on the ends of strokes of letters is called a serif. Those small lines or strokes extend from the main strokes and give the letters a more ornate, traditional look. Serifs help guide the eye along lines of text in printed material, which is why many print typefaces use them for readability and a classic feel.

Sans-serif typefaces omit these finishing strokes, resulting in a cleaner, more modern appearance. Script typefaces imitate handwritten or calligraphic writing and often have connected strokes, while monospace typefaces maintain equal character widths rather than focusing on the presence of serifs.