Certified Paraoptometric Practice Test

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If nearsightedness is to myopia, what is farsightedness to?

Hyperopia
Presbyopia
Astigmatism
Strabismus

The correct answer is: Hyperopia

When someone is nearsighted, the images they see are not focused correctly, appearing blurry or unfocused. The condition is known as myopia. On the other hand, farsightedness, also known as hyperopia, occurs when the images are focused behind the retina, making objects up close appear blurry. The other options, B, C, and D, refer to different eye conditions that are not directly related to farsightedness. Presbyopia refers to the natural decline in near vision that occurs with age. Astigmatism is an irregular curvature of the eye's cornea, causing blurry vision. Strabismus is a condition where the eyes are not properly aligned and may point in different directions. These conditions are not synonymous or interchangeable with farsightedness, making them incorrect options in this context.