Which of the following is most likely to result in a retake of a bitewing radiograph?
a. The patient maintained a steady pressure on the bite tab.
b. The patient swallowed during the exposure.
c. There are no large tori or severely malpositioned teeth.
d. The top edge of the image receptor did not contact the lingual gingiva.
b. Caution the patient not to swallow or to allow the teeth to separate during the exposure.
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