Fill in the blank:

A convex mirror is used as a rearview mirror in automobiles as it covers a ______ area behind the driver.

Wide

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Narrow

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Neither A nor B

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Very narrow

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Solution

The correct option is A Wide
Convex mirrors produce virtual, erect, and diminished images. A convex mirror is used as a rear view mirror in auto mobiles as it covers a wide area behind the driver.

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