Answer: a. By painting him on horseback, any imperfections were easily minimized.
Explanation:
The painting in question features King Phillip IV on horseback and was most probably done to minimize any deficiencies or imperfections that would appear if he was standing.
Kings in the past (and indeed the present) needed to portray a certain image of strength and grace which was why the way they were to appear to the public needed to be scrutinized. Portraits are an example of this which was why Philip had to be painted in such a way as to minimize imperfections.
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Which fact about the Taj Mahal is NOT true?
It is made entirely of white marble.</span>
It is decorated with calligraphy.
It is decorated with geometric patterns.
It is a mosque.
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Answer:
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
Explanation:
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) is the scheme that was created under the Clean Water Act (CWA) in 1972. This program addresses the problem of water pollution. Under this scheme or permit, municipalities and factories' discharging pollutants into the navigable water is regulated.
Environmental Protection Agency under the CWA permits states, government and authorities to enforce or implement the NPDES program.
So, the correct answer is the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
