After making an impression to reline an RPD the dentist notes that the indirect retainers are not  resting on the tooth. To avoid this, what process should have undertaken initially:
A. Ask patient to bite firmly while impression is setting
B. Hold the metal base frame against the abutment tooth while setting
C. Fabricate new denture
D. Add impression material and close the gap

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Answer :

B. Hold the metal base frame against the abutment tooth while setting

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