Codes

Visual Codes

Infer which visual properties each code symbol represents, then combine them accurately.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR

Your checklist

1Count
2Shading
3Shape type
4Position
5One code changing one property
WORKED EXAMPLE 1

Study the examples. Which code describes TARGET?

KR
TR
TM
SL
TARGET
ASM
BSR
CKL
DKM
EKR
WORKED EXAMPLE 2

Study the examples. The code records fill then shape. Which code describes TARGET?

2T
2S
2K
1T
TARGET
AT3
B1K
CS1
DS2
ES3
COMMON TRAPS

Avoid these mistakes

Swapping code meanings

Prove each code from at least two examples before combining them.

TRY IT YOURSELF

Apply the rule

Choose a short guided set. Each question appears separately so the visual rule stays clear.