Ruth Is 78 Years of Age,and Recently Reported to Her

question 25

Multiple Choice

Ruth is 78 years of age,and recently reported to her ophthalmologist that she has developed some changes in the way she sees colors.Which of the following age-related changes to the eye might best explain her experience?

• A)The corneas in her eyes are changing in their thickness.
• B)The lenses in her eyes are beginning to yellow.
• C)The irises in her eyes are losing their elasticity.
• D)The retinas of her eyes are losing photoreceptors.

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