What is age-related vision change caused by the loss of elasticity of the lens called?
a. Nearsightedness
b. Cataracts
c. Presbyopia
d. Blepharitis
ANS: C
Age-related changes include presbyopia and farsightedness resulting from a loss of elasticity of the lens. Cataracts are due to opacity of the lens.
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