The ability to clearly see objects at a distance but not close up is properly called .
A) myopia
B) hyperopia
C) hypopia
D) presbyopia

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Hyperopia, also known as farsightedness, is a condition in which the eye can clearly see distant objects but has difficulty focusing on nearby objects. Myopia (A) is the opposite, where one can see nearby objects clearly but not distant ones. Hypopia (C) is not a medical term. Presbyopia (D) is a condition that affects vision due to aging, but it causes difficulty seeing close up and far away, not just close up as in the question.

The Ability to Clearly See Objects at a Distance but Not