Give reasons :
Concave mirrors are not used as rear view mirror
Dentist usually use concave mirror and not convex

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Dear Student,

(a) A concave mirror can not be used in the rear view mirrors because they form enlarge are inverted images. So, the driver will have the smaller area to see behind the vehicle.

(b) The dentist cannot use the convex mirror because they form the diminished and erect image.

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Consider the following statements:

I) Dentists use convex mirrors.

II) Automobiles use concave mirrors as the rear view mirrors.

III) In a convex mirror, the reflecting surface is bulging out.

IV) In a concave mirror, the reflecting surface is bulging in.

Choose the correct option.

Why can you not use a concave mirror as a rear view mirror in vehicles?

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