With digital imaging using AEC,if an AP thoracic spine is imaged with the central ray passing 3 inches to the right of the spine,the brightness in the area of interest is __________________ and the exposure time is ________________________.(Assume all other factors are appropriate. )

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If the centering is 3 inches to the right of the spine,the lungs are superimposing the detector.Because the detector is terminating the exposure when enough radiation exits the lungs,the exposure is short.However,because the computer adjusts the brightness,it will be appropriate.

With Digital Imaging Using AEC,if an AP Thoracic Spine Is