If using film, a blank image indicates that:
A) there was an overexposure to radiation.
B) there was no exposure to radiation.
C) a full denture blocked the film from radiation.
D) the film was accidentally exposed to white light.

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A blank image on a film indicates that there was no exposure to radiation. This can occur if the film was not exposed to the X-ray beam or if the X-ray machine was not turned on. It could also mean that the film was accidentally placed in fixer solution before being exposed to radiation, which would result in the entire film turning blank.

If Using Film, a Blank Image Indicates That