Production of a grainy, reticulated image that cannot be corrected in digital post-processing is the result of
A)failure to use a high enough mAs setting.
B)failure to use a high enough kVp setting.
C)failure to use the correct algorithm.
D)failure to use the proper SID.

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A grainy, reticulated image is usually caused by underexposure, which can result from using a low mAs setting. The mAs setting controls the quantity of x-rays produced, and if it's too low, the image will be underexposed and appear grainy. Increasing the mAs setting would help increase the amount of x-rays and reduce the graininess of the image.

Production of a Grainy, Reticulated Image That Cannot Be Corrected