Whose decision is it?
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Ideas from the first planning session began to coalesce into a coherent entrance design. The artists reached an accord on the sculpture, the note, and the lighting. They also agreed that neither would make a unilateral change after installation. Any adjustment affecting the shared space would first be discussed with the other artist and the gallery coordinator.
During installation, an extra panel threatened to separate elements that were meant to coalesce into one introduction. Instead of making a unilateral decision to remove it, Paul asked everyone to review the sightline. Their earlier accord gave the discussion a useful starting point. A small shift of the panel preserved the design they had developed together.
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Look away from the passage. Can you explain each focus word in your own words?
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