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What is the advantage of achieving a straight-line access cavity in endodontics?

  1. Makes placement of files easier
  2. Allows files to reach the apical third with less resistance
  3. Reduces the risk of ledging and instrument separation
  4. All of the above
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Correct answer: D. All of the above

D) All of the above — CORRECT.
Straight-line access (elimination of coronal interferences) in endodontics provides: (1) easier insertion of files without deflection, (2) direct path to the apical third reducing binding, (3) improved tactile sensation, (4) reduced risk of ledging, transportation, or instrument separation. It is a fundamental principle of access cavity preparation.
A) Easy file placement: True but incomplete.
B) Reaching the apical third: True but incomplete.
C) Reducing complications: True but incomplete.

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