Which area of the fundus is the central focal point for incoming images?

A) The fovea
B) The macula
C) The optic disk
D) The physiologic cup


A) The fovea

The fovea is the area of the retina which is responsible for central vision. It is surrounded by the macula, which is responsible for more peripheral vision. The optic disc and physiologic cup are where the optic nerve enters the eye.

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