Question

State whether the following statements are true or false.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

Hypermetropia:

1. It is also known as long-sightedness.
2. In this type of defect, a person can see distant objects but can not see near objects.
3. This is because of the shortening of the eyeball.
4. The image of the object in this defect is formed behind the retina instead of on the retina.
5. This defect can be corrected by using a convex lens of suitable power.

Final answer: Hypermetropia is a defect of the eye caused due to the eyeball being elongated is a false statement.