Many older individuals develop presbyopia, a condition in which________ .
A)the lens loses elasticity and can no longer focus for distant vision, and visual acuity declines
B)the lens loses elasticity and can no longer focus for distant vision
C)the near point of accommodation becomes further away
D)visual acuity declines

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Presbyopia is a condition associated with aging where the lens of the eye loses its elasticity, making it difficult to focus on close objects. This results in the near point of accommodation (the closest point at which an object can be seen clearly) moving further away, not issues with distant vision or a general decline in visual acuity.

Many Older Individuals Develop Presbyopia, a Condition in Which________