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A convex lens of focal length 25 cm produces images of the same magnification 2, when an object is kept at two positions x1 and x2 x1>x2 from the lens. The ratio of x2 and x1 is
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Options:
  • A 2:1
  • B 1:3
  • C 1:2
  • D 3:1
Solution:
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The correct answer is: 1:3

For the given convex lens, focal length, f=25 cm

Magnification of lens in terms of u and f is given by,

m=ff+u=2525+u        ...i

When the image is real, then m=-2 and u=-x1

From Eq. (i)-2=2525-x1x1=752

Again, when the image is virtual, then m=2 and u=-x2

 From Eq. (i)2=2525-x2x2=252

Hence, the ratio of x2 and x1 is

 x2x1=25/275/2=13

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