The Anatomic Components Not Visible on a Conventional Radiograph of the TMJ

question 4

Multiple Choice

The anatomic components not visible on a conventional radiograph of the TMJ are the:

• A)articular disc and the mandibular condyle.
• B)articular fossa and the mandibular condyle.
• C)neck of the condyle and the external auditory meatus.
• D)articular disc and the internal and external pterygoid muscles.

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Definitions:

Perceptual Defence

A psychological concept where an individual subconsciously resists recognizing or accepting information that conflicts with their personal beliefs or expectations.

Implicit Personality Theory

The assumptions or biases that people naturally make about the characteristics and traits of others based on limited observations.

Primacy

The principle that items or information presented first in a list or sequence are more likely to be remembered or given importance.

Recency Effect

The tendency for a perceiver to rely on recent cues or last impressions.