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In older adults, the leading cause of new cases of vision loss is:
 
  A) cataracts.
  B) glaucoma.
  C) retinal detachment.
  D) macular degeneration.

Question 2

The absence of rods and cones in the area of the optic disks creates:
 
  A) macular degeneration.
  B) cataracts.
  C) glaucoma.
  D) blind spots.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: D) Correct. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss in older adults.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) Macular degeneration is destruction of the macula.
B) Cataracts are cloudy lenses.
C) Glaucoma is increased intraocular pressure.
D) Correct.


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