Single Answer MCQ
Q-00106607

An object distance (u) is given as -20 cm in a concave mirror. Which of the following options is true about its distance?

1

Always positive

2

Always negative

3

Above the axis

4

Below the axis

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. Always negative

Solution:

In the New Cartesian Sign Convention, object distances (u) are negative when the object is placed in front of the mirror, hence it is always negative.

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