Certified Paraoptometric Practice Test

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What is the ability of the eyes to focus objects from distance to near called?

Accommodation
Emmetropia
Ametropia
Astigmatism

The correct answer is: Accommodation

The ability of the eyes to focus objects from a distance to near is called accommodation. This is the process by which the eyes adjust the shape of the lens to see objects at varying distances. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because they refer to conditions or refractive errors, rather than the ability to focus. Emmetropia refers to normal vision, Ametropia refers to any condition that causes an error in refraction, and Astigmatism refers to a specific type of refractive error where the cornea is misshapen.