The Ancient Egyptians Developed a Standard Set of Proportions Used

question 27

Multiple Choice

The ancient Egyptians developed a standard set of proportions used to create images of the "correct" or "perfect" human, as have many cultures both ancient and modern. This set of proportions was created using:

• A) rhythm.
• B) form.
• C) the golden mean.
• D) the golden section.
• E) a squared grid.

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