In the "Overview" section, apply the Soft Round bevel shape effect to the SmartArt graphic. (Be sure to select the entire SmartArt graphic.)

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This simulation task tests your ability to apply a bevel shape effect to an entire SmartArt graphic in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, or Excel). Specifically, you must apply the 'Soft Round' bevel preset to the SmartArt as a whole unit, not to individual shapes within it.

Approach. First, click on the border/edge of the SmartArt graphic to select the entire object (you should see a solid selection border around the whole graphic, not just one shape inside it). Then, go to the SmartArt Design or Format tab - under 'Format', use 'Shape Effects' > 'Bevel' > and select 'Soft Round' from the preset options. Selecting the entire SmartArt (rather than an individual shape inside it) ensures the bevel effect is applied uniformly to the whole graphic container. If you accidentally click inside the SmartArt first, press Escape once to step back to the whole-graphic selection level before applying the effect.

Concept tested. Applying SmartArt shape effects (specifically bevel presets) in Microsoft Office applications, and understanding the distinction between selecting the entire SmartArt object versus selecting individual shapes within it.

Reference. Microsoft Office Support: Add or change a shape effect in SmartArt - Format tab > Shape Effects > Bevel > Soft Round

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