Which tool creates a selection by clicking around a subject, emphasizing straight segments?

• A. Lasso Tool
• B. Rectangular Marquee Tool
• C. Magic Wand Tool
• D. Polygon Lasso Tool

Answer: (D)

Creating a selection with straight edges by clicking around a subject uses the Polygon Lasso Tool. As you click, you place anchor points and each new point creates a straight line from the previous point. When you loop back to the starting point, the shape closes and you’ve got a polygonal selection. This method gives you precise control for subjects with straight or angular boundaries, unlike the freehand Lasso Tool that draws a fluid outline, the Rectangular Marquee Tool which only makes rectangles, or the Magic Wand Tool which selects areas based on color similarity. The Polygon Lasso Tool is the go-to when you need clean, angular edges and exact corners.