Which is the most frequently used test for measuring visual acuity?
a. Snellen letter chart
b. Ishihara vision test
c. Allen picture card test
d. Denver eye screening test
ANS: A
The Snellen letter chart, which consists of lines of letters of decreasing size, is the most frequently used test for visual acuity. The Ishihara Vision Test is used for color vision. The Allen picture card test and Denver eye screening test involve single cards for children ages 2 years and older who are unable to use the Snellen letter chart.
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