A Dental Index Converts Specific Clinical Observations into a Numeric

question 17

Multiple Choice

A dental index converts specific clinical observations into a numeric value (score) to measure the level of oral hygiene of an individual or population. A high numeric value or index score indicates good oral hygiene.

• A) Both statements are true.
• B) Both statements are false.
• C) The first statement is true, and the second statement is false.
• D) The first statement is false, and the second statement is true.

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A method of conditioning by which successive approximations of a desired behavior are reinforced.

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