Which CARP design principle organizes the objects on the page and makes the page more understandable?

• A. Alignment
• B. Proximity
• C. Unity
• D. Balance

Answer: (B)

Proximity is about grouping related elements by placing them close to each other. When items that belong together sit near one another, the eye perceives a cluster and understands the relationships at a glance. This reduces cognitive effort and clarifies the page’s structure, making it easier to scan and understand. For example, pairing a label with its control or clustering related options in a section signals that those items are together. Alignment keeps edges and a grid tidy, Unity aims for a cohesive feel, and Balance distributes visual weight; none of these organize content into interpretable groups as directly as proximity does.