Which term refers to the file serving as a reusable framework containing layout elements like headers and footers for a publication?

• A. Template
• B. Master pages (InDesign)
• C. Time-based design
• D. Layers (Photoshop)

Answer: (B)

Master pages serve as a reusable framework for a publication. They hold elements that repeat across many pages—like headers, footers, page numbers, and consistent margins or background graphics. Placing an element on a master page means it appears on every page that uses that master, so updating it in one place updates all pages automatically. InDesign uses this mechanism to keep layouts consistent and save time. A template can provide a starting structure, but the dedicated mechanism for repeating layout elements across pages is the master page. Time-based design doesn’t describe this concept, and layers in Photoshop organize content within a single canvas rather than across multiple pages.