Which of the following combinations creates an intermediate hue?

An intermediate hue is formed by mixing a primary color with a secondary color that is adjacent to it on the color wheel. This combination blends the characteristics of both colors, resulting in a hue that reflects qualities of both the primary and secondary colors involved. For instance, mixing blue (a primary color) with green (a secondary color formed by mixing blue and yellow) will yield a shade such as blue-green, which is an intermediate hue. This process effectively expands the range of colors available beyond just the primary and secondary hues, creating a more nuanced palette.

The other options do not create intermediate hues in the same way. Mixing two primary colors results in a secondary hue rather than an intermediate one. A primary color mixed with white lightens the color but does not create a different hue; this technique is often used for tints. Similarly, combining a secondary hue with black creates a shade, darkening the color without altering its inherent nature to become an intermediate hue.