In his abstract geometric paintings, Kazimir Malevich sought to detach art from the burden of representing reality. In his famous piece Black Circle, the solid black circle floating in a white void ______ the supremacy of pure feeling over objective representation.

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Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

A

represent

B

have represented

C

are representing

D

represents

Correct Answer: D

Choice D is the best answer. The subject is "the solid black circle" (singular). The prepositional phrases "in a white void" modify the subject but do not change its number. The verb must be singular. "Represents" is the correct form.