If a traditional artist depends only on middlemen, what problem can occur?

Correct answer: A large share of profit may not reach the artist

A middleman connects an artist with buyers, retailers or markets and may provide transport, selling and negotiation services. This can be useful, especially when an artist lacks direct access to customers. However, if the artist depends only on middlemen, the artist may have little power to negotiate the price. A substantial part of the amount paid by the final customer may remain with intermediaries, while the maker receives a relatively low payment.

Option A is correct because a large share of profit may not reach the artist. This is a possible risk, not an unavoidable result in every case; fair and transparent arrangements can reduce it. Direct selling, cooperatives, exhibitions and online channels may help artists communicate with customers and understand market value. The other options make automatic claims that do not logically follow from dependence on middlemen.