Prescription AnalysisQuestion 43 of 100
Neutralizing a lens with a lensmeter finds what point?
a.The bevel apex
b.The point where the target is clear with no prism, the optical center
c.The segment top
d.The frame temple
Explanation
On a lensmeter, the operator centers the lens so the mires (target) are clear and centered, identifying the optical center where there is no prismatic deviation, then reads sphere, cylinder, axis, and add.
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