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1. The size and layout of the ORCHESTRA that we would recognize today
was developed during the Classical Period. What is an ORCHESTRA? *
a. A musical group dominated by string instruments (violin, viola, cello, double bass),
and also containing small amounts of woodwinds, brass, and percussion instruments.
O
b. A musical group that is directed by a conductor standing at the front of the group.
O
c. A musical group that traditionally plays "western art music".
d. All of the above.
e. A musical group of people that protects orca whales in the west.

D. All of the above

Explanation:

Let's go through the following answers and determine whether they are correct or incorrect.

A: Correct: The common definition of an orchestra is everything in this example.

B: Correct: Although not as specific as A, orchestras are traditionally directed by a conductor standing at the front of the group.

C: Correct: Western art music refers to classical music in this context, which is what orchestras mainly play.

D: Correct: All of the above answers fit the question.

E: Incorrect: This answer is irrelevant to the question.

Therefore, the most applicable answer is D.