Which of the following statements regarding strabismus is NOT true?
a. It is caused by a weakness in the external eye muscles.
b. It is commonly called cross-eyes if the eye is turned toward the nose.
c. It may be corrected by surgery.
d. Glasses are not an effective treatment.
d
Explanation:
a. It is caused by a weakness in the external eye muscles: a true statement
b. It is commonly called cross-eyes if the eye is turned toward the nose: a true statement
c. It may be corrected by surgery: a true statement
d. Glasses are not an effective treatment: correct
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