If an x-ray is passing through the body from the front to the back in reaching the film, it is called the ________ position

A) lateral
B) anteroposterior
C) oblique
D) posteroanterior


B
Explanation:
A) Lateral is from one side to the other side.
B) Correct.
C) Oblique is having a body part at an angle to the x-ray beam.
D) Posteroanterior position has the x-ray beam passing from the back to the front.

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