Which of the following patient positioning errors would most likely result in a wide radiopaque image of the cervical vertebrae superimposed over the anterior teeth?
A) Chin tipped too far up
B) Not standing or sitting up straight
C) Not biting on the bite block
D) Necklace or napkin chain not removed

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When a patient does not stand or sit up straight during a panoramic radiograph, the cervical vertebrae can appear as a wide radiopaque shadow over the anterior teeth due to the spine being projected into the image.

Which of the Following Patient Positioning Errors Would Most Likely