APFIVE Secondary Leading-Tone Chords in Major and Minor
In what way does the use of a secondary leading tone chord (vii°/x) in tonicization differ between major and minor keys?
A
The vii°/x in minor keys resolves to a major chord, while in major keys it resolves to a minor chord
B
In minor keys, the vii°/V often uses the raised 7th scale degree, while in major keys it uses the diatonic 7th scale degree
C
The root of vii°/x in major keys is always chromatic, while in minor keys it’s always diatonic
D
In major keys, the vii°/x is always fully diminished, while in minor keys it’s half-diminished
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