Which description best defines the frame rate in video production?

• A. The resolution of the video
• B. The color depth of the image
• C. The number of frames displayed per second
• D. The bitrate of the file

Answer: (C)

Frame rate describes how many frames are displayed each second of video. It directly affects how smooth motion looks—the more frames per second, the smoother the action appears, while fewer frames can look choppier. This idea is different from resolution, which is the number of pixels in each frame; color depth, which is how many colors each pixel can hold; and bitrate, which is the amount of data used per second to store or transmit the video. In production, the frame rate you choose helps achieve the desired look and playback compatibility—for example, 24fps for a traditional film feel, 30fps for standard TV, or 60fps for very smooth motion.