The pupils constrict when we focus on nearby objects so _______________. A.less distracting light can enter the eye. B.the rest of the environment is excluded from vision. C.the object can be better focused onto the retina. D.None E.All are correct.

The pupils constrict when we focus on nearby objects so _______________. A.less distracting light can enter the eye. B.the rest of the environment is excluded from vision. C.the object can be better focused onto the retina. D.None E.All are correct.

Medical Terminology for Health Professions, Spiral bound Version (MindTap Course List)

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The pupils constrict when we focus on nearby objects so _______________.

A.less distracting light can enter the eye.

B.the rest of the environment is excluded from vision.

C.the object can be better focused onto the retina.

D.None

E.All are correct.

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