Which rhythm repeats an element with one detail that increases or decreases gradually with each repetition?

• A. Random Rhythm
• B. Gradated Rhythm
• C. Unity
• D. Movement

Answer: (B)

Gradated rhythm repeats an element while one detail changes gradually with each repetition. This creates a sense of progression or evolution as you move through the sequence. For example, a row of arches where each opening gets slightly wider, or a series of windows where the spacing between them slowly increases. The key is that the change is steady and tied to each repetition, not random.

This differs from a random rhythm, which features irregular or unpredictable changes; from unity, which emphasizes uniformity and sameness rather than gradual variation; and from movement, which is about guiding the viewer’s eye along a path and can be achieved through various means, not specifically through a single detail that progressively alters.