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Question
For a specific glass lens f = 0.5 m. This is the only information given to the student. Which type of lens is given to him and what is its power?
Options
power 2 D; convex lens
power 1 D; concave lens
power - 0.5 D; concave lens
power - 0.25 D; convex lens
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Solution
power 2 D; convex lens
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