What is the central-ray angulation for the lateral projection of the cervicothoracic region (swimmer's technique)when the shoulder can be depressed?
A) 0 degrees
B) 5 degrees caudad
C) 10 degrees caudad
D) 15 degrees caudad

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When the shoulder can be depressed, the central ray is typically perpendicular to the image receptor, which means 0 degrees angulation is used for the swimmer's technique.

What Is the Central-Ray Angulation for the Lateral Projection of the Cervicothoracic