Each of the following should be done prior to placing the image receptor intraorally EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

a. Turning on the dental x-ray machine
b. Placing the tube head in the approximate position for the exposure
c. Selecting the appropriate exposure setting
d. Assembling a sterile image receptor holder


d. An image receptor holder is not required to stabilize the image receptor for occlusal radiographs.

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