One step required in the take off when a head gore is laid out is to

• A. Measure the length
• B. Mark the center
• C. Double-check the pattern
• D. Determine the circumference

Answer: (D)

When laying out a head gore, the key measurement is how far around the head the pieces must go. That is the circumference. It determines the total length of the outer edge that the gores need to form a complete circle, and from that you can decide how many gores to cut and how wide each one should be at the base. Without knowing the circumference, the gores won’t fit around the head correctly, leading to gaps or overlaps. Other steps like measuring a straight length, marking a center, or rechecking the pattern are important, but they don’t establish the circular sizing needed to wrap around the head.