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A virtual, erect and magnified image of an object is to be produced with a concave mirror of focal length 12 cm. Which of the following object distance should be chosen for this purpose ?
(i) 10 cm
(ii) 15 cm
(iii) 20 cm
Given reasons for your choice.

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10 cm; Because it is less than focal length
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