In the following lens prescription, which number represents the spherical power: +1.00 +0.50 x 70
A)1)00
B)0)50
C)70
D)The spherical power is not part of the lens prescription

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1.00
The spherical power in a spherocylindrical lens prescription is typically the first number, in this case it is 1.00. The 0.50 represents the cylindrical power and the 70 represents the axis.

In the Following Lens Prescription, Which Number Represents the Spherical