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The linear magnification of a concave mi...

The linear magnification of a concave mirror is.

A

always positive

B

always virtual

C

positive or negative depending upon the position of the object

D

cannot say

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  2. Image of an object in a convex mirror is

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  15. Image formed in a concave mirror may be…………depending upon……… .

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