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The 'ideal' orthodontic wire would have all EXCEPT u2014 which is the EXCEPTION?

  1. High strength
  2. Low stiffness
  3. High working range
  4. Low formability
  5. It would have all of the above qualities
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Correct answer: D. Low formability

Ideal wire properties: high strength (resists breaking), low stiffness (flexible, easier to engage), high working range (maintains elasticity over large deflections), and HIGH formability (tolerates finishing bends without breaking). Low formability is UNDESIRABLE u2014 the exception.

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