Visual problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism are the result of:

Correct answer: C. Physical abnormalities in the structure of the eye

  • A. Irregularities in the visual cortex
  • B. Nutritional or traumatic damage to the sensory nerves
  • C. Physical abnormalities in the structure of the eye
  • D. Defective processing of sensory information in the visual cortexGet Study Guides

Explanation

Nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism result from structural or focusing abnormalities in the eye, such as the shape of the cornea or eyeball. They are not primarily disorders of visual-cortex processing.

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