Concave or cupped instruments should be placed with the cupped side up so they catch and retain the excess water or solution at the end of the sterilization cycle

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

ANS: F
Place concave items with the cupped surfaces down so that water condensate does not collect in them during sterilization and drying.

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