Milliamperage seconds determine the amount of radiation exposure the patient receives. The difference between the shades of gray is the ____________

a. density
b. contrast


b
RATIONALE: Milliamperage seconds determine the amount of radiation exposure the patient receives. The difference between the shades of gray is the contrast.

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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