JAMB Physics 1998 Question 29

Question 29

Light and Reflection

An object O lies at a distance m in front of concave mirror of focal length f. If m < f, then the final image obtained will be

  1. A.virtual and diminished
  2. B.magnified and erect
  3. C.real and inverted
  4. D.diminished and erect
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (magnified and erect)

Explanation

An object inside the focal length of a concave mirror gives a virtual, erect and magnified image.