Maya Lin's design called for polished black granite because:

a. those who funded the work required its use
b. the stone is used in most contemporary monuments
c. its reflective quality contributes to the monument's meaning
d. its durability symbolizes the hardships of the Vietnam War

Ans: c. its reflective quality contributes to the monument's meaning

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