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At which place in the eye, image is formed of a person is far-sightedness (hypermetropia)?

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On retina

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Behind the retina

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Infront of retina

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On lens of eye

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Solution

The correct option is C Behind the retina
The image is formed behind the retina if a person is far-sighted (hypermetropia).

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