What is the main advantage of linocut over woodcut printmaking, and what special effects does this advantage offer?
a) It is easier to cut into linoleum than wood and therefore the artist can create more flexible, fluid lines.
b) It dries more quickly and thus enables the artist to produce a greater number of prints.
c) It is less toxic than other forms and enables the artist to work more safely.
d) It allows the artist to make more realistic images and thus can be used for many more types of illustrations.
Answer: a
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