The Elasticity of the Lens Decreases with Age

question 11

Multiple Choice

The elasticity of the lens decreases with age. This leads to which of the following?

• A) less accommodation of the lenses and difficulty focusing on nearby objects
• B) less light getting to the retina and diminished visual acuity
• C) a clouding of the lenses know as a cataract
• D) lowered accommodation of the pupillary reflex and blurry vision

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