Failing to record the apical region of the teeth on a periapical radiograph most likely results from an error made in which of the following steps?
a. Placement of the image receptor
b. Horizontal angulation
c. Vertical angulation
d. Centering the x-ray beam
c. Inadequate (not steep enough) vertical angulation will result in less of the apical region being recorded onto the radiograph.
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A) Collaboration B) Cooperation C) Empowerment D) Enlightenment E) None of the above
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