Stravinsky selected the particular instruments for his Octet because:

a. all of these choices.
b. it would dispel the mists of romanticism.
c. the subgroups could produce strong contrasts in volume and would clarifythe composition's form

d. it had the potential for a cold, rigid, and distinct sound.

a

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