The second direction, or bottom half of the oblong shape moves toward the:

• A. Concave end
• B. Convex end
• C. Top
• D. Bottom

Answer: (A)

Directing the bottom portion of an oblong along the curve helps control how weight sits in the silhouette. The bottom half should move toward the concave end—the inner, inward-curving side. This keeps the interior contour smooth and prevents excess bulk from pulling the outer edge outward, creating a balanced, natural line. If you guided it toward the convex end, weight would push outward and the lower shape would feel heavier and less cohesive. The concave end alignment matches the oblong’s curvature, making it the correct direction for the bottom half.