In the above ray diagram accompanying each question, light rays from an illuminated object O interact with an optical device (or devices): a mirror, a lens, or a combination of both. In each case, identify the optical device(s) that is/are most likely in the dotted box.

Plane mirror

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Converging lens

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Diverging lens

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Plane mirror and a converging lens

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Plane mirror and a diverging lens

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Solution

The correct option is B Diverging lens
Here the image is virtual, upright and same side of lens as the object. So, the ray diagram will be consistent with diverging lens.

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