Increasing the distance between the individual and the source of radiation is an effective method to reduce exposure to radiation. Distance utilizes which of the following?

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The inverse square law states that the intensity of radiation is inversely proportional to the square of the distance from the source. Therefore, increasing distance is an effective method to reduce radiation exposure. The 15% rule relates to adjusting technical factors to achieve proper exposure and image quality. The Law of Bergonie & Tribondeau refers to the radiosensitivity of cells and how it relates to various factors such as mitotic rate and differentiation. mAs and intensity formula are used to calculate exposure settings and do not specifically relate to distance as a method of reducing exposure.

Increasing the Distance Between the Individual and the Source of Radiation