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Question
A small hole P is made in a piece of cardboard. The hole is illuminated by a torch as shown in the following figure. The pencil of light coming out of the hole falls on a mirror.

At which point should the eye be placed, so that the hole can be seen?
Options
A
B
C
D
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Solution
A
Explanation:
Eye should be placed at A because the hole can be seen only, when the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.
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