The table found under Category H54 provides a classification of severity of visual impairment recommended by the:
A) CDC Study Group on the Prevention of Blindness.
B) WHO Study Group on the Prevention of Blindness.
C) HHS Study Group on Visual Impairments.
D) Who Study Group on Visual Impairments.
Answer: B
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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