Which of these statements regarding the anterior bitewing exam is FALSE?
a. The longer dimension of the image receptor is usually placed vertical.
b. For ease of placement and to avoid bending, the use of a size #1 image receptor is recommended.
c. Use of a longer bite tab allows for placement of the image receptor farther lingually in the mouth.
d. Vertical angulation used for anterior bitewings is increased over that used for posterior bitewings.
d. The vertical angulation for posterior horizontal and vertical bitewings and for anterior bitewings is the same for all patients, adults and children. The average vertical angulation should be +10 degrees.
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