How Does the EKG Machine Increase the Size of Waves

question 6

Multiple Choice

How does the EKG machine increase the size of waves and complexes in augmented leads?

• A)It increases the voltage.
• B)It decreases the voltage.
• C)It eliminates the positive pole.
• D)It eliminates the negative pole.

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Definitions:

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