Which tool creates a straight-edged selection by connecting multiple points?

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

Answer: (C)

Polygonal selection is about making straight-edged outlines by placing anchor points that connect with straight lines. You click to add each point along the edge, and each click draws a straight segment to the next point, creating a polygon. When you’ve circled the area, you close the path (often by returning to the first point or double-clicking) to form the selection. This tool is ideal for precise, straight-edged shapes like building silhouettes or geometric subjects, unlike the freehand Lasso, which follows your mouse; the Rectangular Marquee, which only yields rectangular shapes; or the Magic Wand, which picks areas based on color similarity rather than edge points.