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A N Freid

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Telescopes, light vergence, and accommodation.

This paper explains why the accommodative response to near objects is ineffective through a telescope. A simple formula is used to demonstrate the need for a bifocal spectacle objective or a change in vertex distance when viewing near objects with a contact lens spectacle lens telescope. Using this exact formula, clinicians can now more precisely compare refractions with and withoug a telescope. The formula also shows why refractions with telescopes used for driving should be accomplished at test distances of 20 feet or more.

Accommodation, Ocular↗

The measurement and recording of vision at near test distances.

Confusion and misconception characterize the designation of near visual acuities because of the numerous systems in use. Most of these systems do not lend themselves to accurate or easy usage or to comparison with other test distances. Use of the M system, with the actual test distances recorded in meters, is suggested as a simplified system for standardization.

Evaluation Studies as Topic↗