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Question
An object is placed in front of a converging lens. Obtain the conditions under which the magnification produced by the lens is
- negative and
- positive.
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Solution
- Magnification is negative for the real image formed by a convex lens.
- Magnification is positive for the virtual image formed by a convex lens.
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