Which of the Following Statements Regarding Managing Occlusal Radiograph Exposures

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding managing occlusal radiograph exposures is FALSE?

• A) Exposure factors are the same as those used for periapical and bitewing radiographs in the same region.
• B) The open end of the PID should be positioned as close to the patient's skin as possible, without touching.
• C) A modification of the paralleling technique is used to determine the vertical angulation.
• D) A shorter PID minimizes distortion.

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