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The hypermetropia is a

1. short-sight defect
2. long-sight defect
3. bad vision due to old age
4. none of these

Correct answer: long-sight defect

Solution

Hypermetropia, also known as farsightedness or long-sight defect, is a condition where a person can see distant objects clearly but has difficulty focusing on nearby objects.

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