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Calculate the position of an object placed in front of a convex mirror having focal length of 12 cm such that an image is formed 6 cm away from the mirror
  • A.
    4. 0 cm
  • B.
    3. 0 cm
  • C.
    12.0 cm
  • D.
    9.0 cm
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation

f = -12 cm, v = – 6 cm
(1)/v + (1)/u =(1)/f
(1)/-6 + (1)/u = (1)/-12
(1)/u = (1)/-12 + (1)/6 = (1 + 2)/12 = (1)/12
∴ u = 12 cm