Two mirrors 1 and 2 are kept parallel to each other as shown, with their reflecting surfaces facing each other. If the angle of incidence of a ray on mirror 1 is 40°, what will be the angle of reflection from mirror 2?

40^{\circ}

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45^{\circ}

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50^{\circ}

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60^{\circ}

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The correct option is A $40^{\circ}$

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Two mirrors 1 and 2 are kept parallel to each other as shown, with their reflecting surfaces facing each other. If the angle of incidence of a ray on mirror 1 is 40°, what will be the angle of reflection from mirror 2?

The correct option is A 40∘

The correct option is A $40^{\circ}$