Which example best represents the use of optical illusions in Greek and Greek-inspired American architecture?

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Which example best represents the use of optical illusions in Greek and Greek-inspired American architecture?
(1 point)

columns that are thinner at the bottom

reliefs with cleverly hidden messages

columns with intricately designed capitals

columns that are thicker at the bottom

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columns that are thicker at the bottom

Explanation: Greek (and Greek‑revival) columns use subtle tapering and entasis (a slight swelling) so they appear straight and strong from a distance—making them effectively thicker toward the base as an optical correction.

Which example best represents the use of optical illusions in Greek and Greek-inspired American architecture?
(1 point)

columns that are thinner at the bottom

reliefs with cleverly hidden messages

columns with intricately designed capitals

columns that are thicker at the bottom

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Which example best represents the use of optical illusions in Greek and Greek-inspired American architecture? (1 point) columns that are thinner at the bottom reliefs with cleverly hidden messages columns with intricately designed capitals columns that are thicker at the bottom

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Which example best represents the use of optical illusions in Greek and Greek-inspired American architecture?
(1 point)

columns that are thinner at the bottom

reliefs with cleverly hidden messages

columns with intricately designed capitals

columns that are thicker at the bottom