The difference between nonfigurative and abstract works is that
A) abstract artworks might contain recognizable subject matter.
B) nonfigurative artwork might contain recognizable subject matter.
C) abstract artwork might not accurately depict real objects.
D) nonfigurative artwork might not accurately depict real objects.

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Abstract artworks may contain recognizable subject matter, but the subjects are stylized or distorted, whereas nonfigurative artwork does not depict any recognizable subject matter. Option B is incorrect because nonfigurative artwork does not contain recognizable subject matter. Options C and D are incorrect because accuracy is not a defining characteristic of either nonfigurative or abstract artwork.

The Difference Between Nonfigurative and Abstract Works Is That