In which situation can shape distortion be purposeful?

When feeling or caricature must be exaggerated

Shape distortion means intentionally changing the usual size, contour, or proportion of a form. It becomes purposeful when the artist wants to communicate a strong feeling, humour, criticism, movement, or a recognisable caricature. Thus, option A is correct: enlarging a nose, stretching a body, or bending a contour can make a character expressive rather than merely inaccurate. Option B requires precision, so unnecessary distortion would reduce measurement accuracy. Option C depends on quick and unambiguous recognition, so extreme distortion could confuse the viewer. Option D specifically states that natural proportion is the goal, which calls for faithful observation rather than deliberate alteration. Distortion is not automatically a mistake; its success depends on whether the change supports the intended message and remains visually understandable.

This is a Class 9 Art Education question. Chapter: Elements of Art. Topic: Shape.