INBDE (Integrated National Board Dental Examination) Practice Exam

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The higher the ______, the more shrinkage, micro leakage, and post-op sensitivity.

C-factor
Collagen level
Calcium level
Curing time

The correct answer is: C-factor

The term "C-factor" refers to the ratio of bonded to unbonded surfaces of the cavity prep in a tooth. This means that the higher the C-factor, the more surfaces that are bonded and therefore, the higher the risk of shrinkage, micro leakage, and post-op sensitivity. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because they do not accurately describe the relationship between these factors and the issues mentioned. Collagen and calcium levels may affect the overall health of the tooth, but they do not directly impact the risk of shrinkage, micro leakage, and post-op sensitivity. Similarly, curing time may affect the strength of the bond, but it does not directly correlate with the issues mentioned.