Question

your friend asks you to explain how you know that a particular work is a work of minimalism. what is the best explanation?
minimalism uses a stripped - down design and emphasizes layouts of simple geometric shapes.
minimalism uses minimal resources and all works are very similar in their use of shape and design.
minimalism uses canvases that are small in size and take up minimal wall or gallery space.
minimalism uses neutral tones in the coloration of the art and organic shapes.

Explanation:

Minimalism in art is characterized by a stripped - down aesthetic with an emphasis on simple geometric shapes in its design and layout. The other options are either too narrow (like focusing only on canvas size) or inaccurate (minimalism doesn't emphasize organic shapes).

Answer:

Minimalism uses a stripped - down design and emphasizes layouts of simple geometric shapes.