Farsightedness is more properly called _ .
A)myopia
B)hyperopia
C)presbyopia
D)hypopia

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Farsightedness is a condition where distant objects can be seen more clearly than close ones. This is because the eyeball is too short, causing light to focus behind the retina instead of on it. This condition is called hyperopia. Myopia (choice A) is the opposite of hyperopia, where distant objects appear blurry while close objects are clear. Presbyopia (choice C) is a condition that typically occurs with age, where the lens of the eye becomes less flexible, causing difficulty focusing on close objects. Hypopia (choice D) is not a recognized medical term.

Farsightedness Is More Properly Called _