Why Was Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) Originally Developed

question 4

Multiple Choice

Why was automatic exposure control (AEC) originally developed?

• A) To decrease the need for technique charts
• B) To make the technologist more of a "button pusher"
• C) To reduce repeats and improve image quality
• D) To increase productivity and patient dose

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