How do you achieve balance between highlights and shadows when shooting high-contrast scenes?

• A. Use exposure compensation or bracketing, shoot in RAW, blend exposures or use HDR; add fill light or reflectors to control shadows.
• B. Always use spot metering; never bracket exposure.
• C. Increase ISO to max and reduce shutter speed until both are balanced.
• D. Turn off all lights and rely on ambient.

Answer: (A)