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प्रश्न
A student sitting in the last row of the class-room is not able to read clearly the writing on the blackboard.
Name the type of defect he is suffering from.
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उत्तर
The student is suffering from myopia (short-sightedness)
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(ii) Give two possible reasons for the above defect.
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Which of the following statement is correct?
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- What are the two conditions shown in sections A and B of the eye as applicable to her.
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| A | B |



