In farsightedness:
Correct answer: B. the focus of light from close objects falls behind the retina
- A. close objects are seen clearly but distant objects appear blurry
- B. the focus of light from close objects falls behind the retina
- C. the focus of light from distant objects falls a little short of the retina
- D. a & b
Explanation
In farsightedness, or hyperopia, the eye focuses light from nearby objects behind the retina, making close vision blurred. Distant objects may remain relatively clear, so option a describes nearsightedness instead.
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