With the paralleling technique, the central ray is directed perpendicular to the long axes of the teeth and the plane of the image receptor

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


TRUE
Explanation: The paralleling technique uses a parallel relationship between the plane of the image receptor and the tooth, with the central rays of the x-ray beam directed at a right angle to both for a more accurate image.

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