All of the following are steps in setting up the microscope in order to view a specimen EXCEPT ________

A) checking the position of the condenser
B) focusing
C) positioning the low-magnification objective lens over the aperture
D) plugging in the electrical cord and turning the microscope lamp on


B
Explanation:
A) The condenser should be in the uppermost position and near the stage aperture.
C) One should always start with the low-magnification lens.
D) Plugging in the electrical cord and turning the microscope lamp on is the first step of preparing the microscope for use.

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