Question

which of the following is not true of womens hand?
a. it had a refined, subtle emotional impact.
b. it was used mainly by secular painters.
c. it was characterized by delicate lines and asymmetrical compositions.
d. it was a style only used by women.

Explanation:

To determine the incorrect statement about "women’s hand" (a Japanese art style), we analyze each option:

• Option a: Women’s hand style often has a refined, subtle emotional impact, so this is true.
• Option b: It was mainly used by secular painters for depicting elegant subjects, so this is true.
• Option c: The style is characterized by delicate lines and asymmetrical compositions, so this is true.
• Option d: The name "women’s hand" is misleading; it was not only used by women. Male artists also employed this style, so this statement is not true.

Answer:

d. It was a style only used by women.