Which of the following represents an engineering control used in dental infection control?

Using plexiglass
Designing ergonomic instruments
Developing biocompatible materials
Improving autoclave technology

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Correct answer: A. Using plexiglass

In dental practices, plexiglass can serve as a protective barrier for infection control or as a structural material for dental instruments and devices.

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