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PHY 104 Reflection and Refraction of Light Objective Question

Question

Which of the following characteristics accurately describes an image formed by a plane mirror?
Options
A Real, inverted, and magnified
B Virtual, upright, and smaller
C Real, upright, and the same size
D Virtual, upright, and the same size
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The summary on page 56 states: "Plane mirror: image is virtual, upright, and the same size as the object."

Hint

Consider your own reflection in a bathroom mirror.

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