A point source S is placed at a distance of 15 cm from a converging lens of focal length 10 cm on its principal axis. Where should a diverging mirror of focal length 12 cm be placed so that a real image is formed on the source itself?

20 cm

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30 cm

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40 cm

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50 cm

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The correct option is B
30 cm

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A point source S is placed at a distance of 15 cm from a converging lens of focal length 10 cm on its principal axis. Where should a diverging mirror of focal length 12 cm be placed so that a real image is formed on the source itself?

The correct option is B 30 cm Watch the next video for the solution.

The correct option is B
30 cm

Watch the next video for the solution.