An orthopedic surgeon is seeing a patient who has a suspected tear of the anterior cruciate ligament in the knee. She chooses to order which test, which produces superior soft tissue resolution for distinguishing adjacent structures?
A) computed tomography
B) magnetic resonance imaging
C) positron emission tomography
D) radiography

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) produces superior soft tissue resolution compared to other options such as computed tomography or radiography. MRI uses a magnetic field and radio waves to generate detailed images of the body's internal structures, making it an excellent choice for identifying and distinguishing adjacent structures in the knee.

An Orthopedic Surgeon Is Seeing a Patient Who Has a Suspected