Question

______ is a dependent reference to a source clip, used in a sequence.

• A. Clip Instance
• B. Sub Clip
• C. Source Clip
• D. Media Clip

Hint:

Think of a Source Clip as a file folder, and a Clip Instance as a desktop shortcut. Deleting or editing a shortcut does not damage the original folder.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Exploring Non-Destructive Timeline Mechanics:
When importing video assets, the main media reference in your project assets is the master file. Dragging this asset into the Timeline editor to arrange it creates a link pointing back to the master asset.

Step 2: The Core Concept of a Clip Instance:
A Clip Instance is an individual, dependent timeline reference pointing directly to the master Source Clip. You can create multiple instances of the same source clip. Trimming or editing a clip instance changes only its local timeline segment; it does not alter the parent source clip or the source file stored on the system disk.

Step 3: Comparing with Other Clip Categories:
Sub Clips (B) are explicit sub-sections of a master clip created in the project bin to isolate specific footage portions. Source Clip (C) is the parent master reference. Therefore, Option (A) is the correct term for a dependent reference placed inside a sequence.