Question

The principal focus of a convex mirror is virtual.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is (B) True

1. It is not possible to make the rays of light converge at a point in the case of a convex mirror as it is a diverging mirror.
2. However, when the incident rays are parallel to the principal axis, the reflected rays diverge in such a way that it appears to be diverging from a point behind the mirror.
3. Since this focus does not actually exist, it is said to be virtual.