How much is the kVp adjusted with the variable kVp technique chart?

kVp is increased by 2 for every 1 cm increase in thickness
kVp is constant as the mAs value is altered
kVp is increased by 2 for every 2 cm increase in thickness
kVp is increased by 1 for every 1 cm increase in thickness


kVp is increased by 2 for every 1 cm increase in thickness

Rationale: With the variable kVp technique chart, kVp is increased by 2 for every 1 cm increase in part thickness.

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