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The light reflected by a plane mirrorr may form a real image

A

if the rays incident on the mirror are diverging

B

if the rays incident on the mirror are converging

C

if the object is placed very close to the mirror

D

under no circumstances

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B
A plane mirror may form a real image when the rays incident on it are converging.
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  • The light reflected by a plane mirror may form a real image

    A
    If rays incident on the mirror are converging
    B
    If the rays incident on the mirror are diverging
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    If the object is placed very close to the mirror
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