Convex mirrors are used in ________.

searchlights

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vigilance mirrors

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shaving mirrors

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reflecting type telescopes

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Solution

The correct option is B
vigilance mirrors

Explanation for the correct option(s)
Convex mirrors are used as vigilance mirrors because convex mirrors form smaller size images.
Due to the smaller size of the image, large areas of shopping malls can be covered for vigilance.
Hence, convex mirrors are used as vigilance mirrors.
Explanation for the incorrect option(s)
Concave mirrors are used in reflecting type telescopes, shaving mirrors, searchlights, etc.
Hence, option (B) is correct.

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