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Question
How can a concave mirror be used to obtain a virtual image of an object? Draw a diagram to illustrate your answer.
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Solution
A concave mirror forms a virtual image of an object when the object is placed between focus and mirror (pole)
A virtual, erect and bigger image is formed behind the mirror
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