The newborn's vision is estimated to be _____ on the well-known Snellen chart used for eye examinations.
A)20/20
B)20/40
C)20/80
D)20/240

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The newborn's vision is estimated to be 20/240 on the well-known Snellen chart used for eye examinations. This means that the newborn can see at 20 feet what someone with normal vision can see at 240 feet. Newborns have poor vision at birth which gradually improves over time. By 6-8 months of age, their vision is close to 20/20.

The Newborn's Vision Is Estimated to Be _____ on the Well-Known