A smooth reflecting surface is bent as shown in the figure. The reflecting surface is facing outward. What kind of mirror is formed?
A
Convex
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B
Concave
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C
Plane
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D
None of the above
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Solution
The correct option is A Convex In a concave mirror, the reflecting surface is curved inwards, whereas in a convex mirror, the reflecting surface is bulged out. Here, the sheet has been bent such that the reflecting surface is bulged out. So, it is a convex mirror.