Which of the following printing techniques is especially capable of producing subtle shades of gray?
A) mezzotint
B) engraving
C) linocut
D) drypoint
E) All these answers are correct.

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Mezzotint is a printing technique that creates a tonal range through the use of tiny dots and varying degrees of pressure on the printing plate. This allows for the creation of subtle shades of grey, making it an ideal technique for reproducing photographic images. Engraving, linocut, and drypoint are all capable of producing varying degrees of tonal range, but are generally better suited for creating black and white or high contrast images rather than subtle shades of gray. Therefore, the best choice is A) mezzotint.

Which of the Following Printing Techniques Is Especially Capable of Producing