A ray of light falling parallel to the principal axis on a convex mirror follows which of the following path?

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Solution

The correct option is B
2

In the convex mirror, the ray parallel to principal axis appears to come from the focus F, and the image will be located behind the convex mirror. Therefore, the ray takes path 2 after reflection as shown.

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