Single Choice

The image formed by a concave mirror is observed to be virtual, erect and larger than the object. Where should be the position of the object?

ABetween the principal focus and centre of curvature
BAt the centre of curvature
CBeyond the centre of curvature
DBetween the pole of mirror and its principal focus
Correct Answer

Solution

When the position of object is between the pole of mirror and its principal focus, the image formed by a concave mirror is observed to be virtual, erect and larger than the object.

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