Most autoclaves must reach a certain temperature and pressure to complete the sterilization process. If the temperature must reach 250° to 270°Fahrenheit, what must the pressure range be?
A. 20 to 35 pounds of pressure
B. 15 to 30 pounds of pressure
C. 10 to 20 pounds of pressure
D. 25 to 40 pounds of pressure
E. 30 to 45 pounds of pressure
Answer: B
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