How are tonal transitions generally seen on a clay pot?

Correct answer: Soft and gradual

The governing concept is the relationship between surface texture and reflected light. A clay pot normally has a matte or slightly rough surface, so it diffuses light rather than reflecting it as a sharp highlight. Its value therefore changes gradually from the lit area through the halftone into the shadow, making option A correct. A highly glossy, sharp transition is more typical of polished metal or glass. Develop the pot with blended tones so its rounded volume remains clear.