The author suggests that some artists who want to create more realistic visual effects use a blended approach, employing practical effects when possible and CGI elements when necessary to control costs. The author’s description of the approach is consistent with the idea that practical effects are often more expensive than CGI. According to the passage, what is the main reason why filmmakers use a blended approach?
","stem_html":"The passage suggests that filmmakers use a blended approach because they want to
","rationale_html":"The passage states that practical effects are more realistic but more expensive. Thus, a blended approach is used to balance realism with cost.
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","ord":0},{"label":"B","content_html":"avoid using computer-generated imagery whenever possible.
","ord":1},{"label":"C","content_html":"make the audience aware of the technical aspects of filmmaking.
","ord":2},{"label":"D","content_html":"create a sense of intimacy between the audience and the film.
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