Explanation: The compensating curve is designed to ensure that occlusal contacts are balanced during protrusive movements, which is essential for maintaining stability and function of the complete denture. This curve helps to distribute occlusal forces evenly and prevents tipping or dislodgment of the denture during functional movements. The other options do not accurately reflect the primary purpose of the compensating curve.

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SOLUTION

The following three patterns of tooth movement can be used to correct a Class II malocclusion: 

· A combination of retraction of the upper teeth and forward movement of the lower teeth, without tooth extractions 

· Retraction of maxillary incisors into a premolar extraction space 

· Distal movement of maxillary molars and eventually the entire upper dental arch 

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