The process of using a handheld instrument to view and examine the ear is called:
A) ophthalmoscopy
B) ophthalmoscope
C) otoscope
D) otoscopy
D
Explanation: The combining form ot/o means "ear" and the suffix -scopy, "process of viewing." Not to be confused with the choices ending in the suffix -scope, which reference the tool/instrument utilized in the procedures. Ophthalm/o/scopy is eliminated, as the combining form means "eye."
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