Item — sat-dog

Hard Reading and Writing · Expression of Ideas · None · MCQ

The author explains that "the most effective way to create a physically stimulating environment is to design disorienting spaces." This statement is supported by the fact that the filmmaker Nobu Yamaoka lived in the apartment building for four years, experiencing the disorienting design firsthand, and reported significant health benefits from his experience. However, the author acknowledges that the design is "impractical." The author’s use of the word "impractical" is most likely intended to

Which choice best explains the author’s use of the word "impractical"?

A
emphasize the idea that the building’s design is useful only for a limited time.
B
suggest that the author is not fully convinced by Yamaoka’s claims.
C
convey that the building’s design is not intended for everyday living.
D
highlight that the building’s design is not a typical approach to architecture.

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