A film-screen image produced using 16 mAs @ 80 kVp has to be repeated because it is too dark.Which of the following exposure factors would be the best choice to correct the problem?

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The mAs value directly affects the amount of radiation used to create the image, while kVp affects the quality or energy of the radiation used. Since the image is too dark, increasing the mAs will increase the amount of radiation and improve the brightness. However, changing the kVp is not necessary since the problem is not related to the quality of radiation. Option B (8 mAs @ 80 kVp) is the closest option to the original exposure factors and has an increased mAs to provide more radiation for a brighter image.

A Film-Screen Image Produced Using 16 MAs @ 80 KVp