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Which of the following statements is true?

A

A convex lens has 4 dioptre power having a focal length 0.25 m

B

A convex lens has 4 dioptre power having a focal length -0.25 m

C

A concave lens has 4 dioptre power having a focal length 0.25 m

D

A concave lens has 4 dioptre power having a focal length -0.25 m

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To determine which of the given statements is true, we will analyze each option based on the properties of lenses and the formula for power. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Power of a Lens**: The power (P) of a lens is defined as the reciprocal of its focal length (f) in meters. The formula is: \[ P = \frac{1}{f} \] where: - P is the power in diopters (D), - f is the focal length in meters. 2. **Analyzing Option A**: - Statement: "A convex lens has 4 diopter power having a focal length of 0.25 meters." - Calculation: \[ P = \frac{1}{f} = \frac{1}{0.25} = 4 \text{ D} \] - Since a convex lens has a positive focal length, this statement is **true**. 3. **Analyzing Option B**: - Statement: "A convex lens has a focal length of -0.25 meters." - A convex lens cannot have a negative focal length; it must be positive. Therefore, this statement is **false**. 4. **Analyzing Option C**: - Statement: "A concave lens has 4 diopter power having a focal length of 0.25 meters." - For a concave lens, the focal length is negative. Thus, if the power is 4 D, the focal length should be: \[ P = \frac{1}{f} \Rightarrow f = \frac{1}{4} = 0.25 \text{ m (positive)} \] - This contradicts the property of a concave lens, so this statement is **false**. 5. **Analyzing Option D**: - Statement: "A concave lens has 4 diopter power having a focal length of -0.25 meters." - Calculation: \[ P = \frac{1}{f} = \frac{1}{-0.25} = -4 \text{ D} \] - The power of a concave lens is negative, so this statement is also **false**. ### Conclusion: The only true statement is **Option A**: "A convex lens has 4 diopter power having a focal length of 0.25 meters." ---

To determine which of the given statements is true, we will analyze each option based on the properties of lenses and the formula for power. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Power of a Lens**: The power (P) of a lens is defined as the reciprocal of its focal length (f) in meters. The formula is: \[ P = \frac{1}{f} ...
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