Question

In what form do composers use da capo as a notation device?
(1 point)
Responses

binary
binary

ternary
ternary

both binary and ternary
both binary and ternary

neither binary nor ternary
neither binary nor ternary

Answer 1

Composers use da capo as a notation device in **ternary** form. The da capo (which means "from the head") instructs performers to return to the beginning of the piece after reaching the end of the B section. This creates an ABA structure characteristic of ternary form. Therefore, the correct response is:

**ternary**