Thin Lens as Magnifying Glass · CAP 2001 #4

Physics · optics

Problem

A thin lens with focal length f is to be used as a magnifying glass. Which of the following statements regarding this situation is true? (a) A converging lens must be used, and the object be placed at a distance greater than 2f from the lens. (b) A diverging lens must be used, and the object be placed between f and 2f from the lens. (c) A converging lens must be used, and the object be placed at a distance less than f from the lens. (d) A diverging lens must be used, and the object be placed at any point other than the focal point.

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