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Is it possicle to cheat on an eye exam and get glasses when you don't need them?

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Yes: If you give the incorrect response to the lens choices presented to you during a refraction, the refractionist will be mislead. This could result in an incorrect prescription.

Dr Conrad agreed

Answered 2/15/2013

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