Which of the following removes the soft x-rays for the x-ray beam as it exits the port?

A) Positioning indicating device (PID)
B) Collimator
C) Filter
D) Transformer


C
Explanation: A) To remove the soft x-rays, a thin sheet of aluminum called a "filter" is placed in the path of the x-ray beam.
B) To remove the soft x-rays, a thin sheet of aluminum called a "filter" is placed in the path of the x-ray beam.
C) To remove the soft x-rays, a thin sheet of aluminum called a "filter" is placed in the path of the x-ray beam.
D) To remove the soft x-rays, a thin sheet of aluminum called a "filter" is placed in the path of the x-ray beam.

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