JAMB Physics 1981 Question 7

Question 7

Light and Reflection

Which of the following does NOT describe the image formed by a plane mirror?

  1. A.Erect
  2. B.Laterally inverted
  3. C.Same distance from mirror as object
  4. D.Magnified
  5. E.Virtual.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Magnified)

Explanation

A plane mirror image is the same size as the object, so it is not magnified.