Which of These Statements Regarding the Anterior Bitewing Exam Is

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements regarding the anterior bitewing exam is FALSE?

• A) The longer dimension of the image receptor is usually placed vertical.
• B) For ease of placement and to avoid bending, the use of a size #1 image receptor is recommended.
• C) Use of a longer bite tab allows for placement of the image receptor farther lingually in the mouth.
• D) Vertical angulation used for anterior bitewings is increased over that used for posterior bitewings.

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Definitions:

Bronchus

A major air passage of the lungs that diverges from the windpipe, allowing the flow of air in and out.

Body Surface

The body surface refers to the outermost layer of an organism's body, including the skin in humans, which serves as a protective barrier against the environment.

Tracheal Tubes

A network of air tubes in insects and some terrestrial arthropods that allow for efficient gas exchange directly with body tissues.

Gills

Respiratory organs found in many aquatic organisms, which extract oxygen from water and expel carbon dioxide.