Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) Practice Exam

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What is the formula for converting focal length into diopters of lens power?

P(Diopters) = 1/f(m)
P(Diopters) = f(m)/100
P(Diopters) = f(m) x 10
P(Diopters) = 1/(f(m) x 100)

The correct answer is: P(Diopters) = 1/f(m)

The formula for converting focal length in meters to lens power in diopters is indeed given by the equation $ P(\text{Diopters}) = \frac{1}{f(\text{m})} $. This relationship highlights that the power of a lens (measured in diopters) is inversely proportional to its focal length in meters. In other words, a shorter focal length corresponds to a higher lens power, which is essential for determining the strength of corrective lenses used in practice. In the context of this formula, the focal length must be expressed in meters to ensure that the lens power is calculated correctly in diopters. This understanding is critical in practice, as optometrists and ophthalmologists often need to calculate the appropriate lens power for patients based on their specific refractive errors. The other choices reflect misunderstandings of the relationship between focal length and lens power, either by incorrectly manipulating the units or misrepresenting the formula's structure. The correct approach to calculating diopters emphasizes the proper usage of the focal length, which is encapsulated in the chosen answer.