Physics

Physics

Problem

A simple magnifier of focal length 5 cm5\,\text{cm} and a compound microscope (tube length 20 cm20\,\text{cm}) having an objective of focal length 1 cm1\,\text{cm} and an eyepiece of focal length 5 cm5\,\text{cm} are both adjusted so that their final images are at infinity. Taking the least distance of distinct vision D=25 cmD=25\,\text{cm}, what is the ratio of the magnifying power of the compound microscope to that of the simple magnifier? a) 16.716.7 b) 2424 c) 2020 d) 2525

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