In the twelve-tone method of composition, all twelve notes within an octave are

A. divided into smaller sets based on the major and minor scales.
B. arranged into a series, or row that forms the basis of the work.
C. randomly played without any repetition until all have been sounded.
D. all of the above


Answer: B

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