Which of the following describes a less effective method for smooth voice leading?

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Which of the following describes a less effective method for smooth voice leading?

Smooth voice leading is about moving each voice by small, mostly stepwise motions and keeping common tones where possible. Large, dramatic leaps between chords break that flow, making individual voices jump abruptly and disrupt the sense of connection from one chord to the next. Inversions help by rearranging chord tones so voices can share pitches across chords, supporting smoother transitions. Keeping common tones between chords preserves continuity, giving the progression a cohesive, flowing feel. Spacing voices to minimize leaps further reduces big melodic gaps and helps the outer voices move gracefully, avoiding awkward or forced motions.

Smooth voice leading is about moving each voice by small, mostly stepwise motions and keeping common tones where possible. Large, dramatic leaps between chords break that flow, making individual voices jump abruptly and disrupt the sense of connection from one chord to the next. Inversions help by rearranging chord tones so voices can share pitches across chords, supporting smoother transitions. Keeping common tones between chords preserves continuity, giving the progression a cohesive, flowing feel. Spacing voices to minimize leaps further reduces big melodic gaps and helps the outer voices move gracefully, avoiding awkward or forced motions.

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