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Two thin lenses having optical powers of -10 D and + 6 D are placed in contact with each other. The focal length of the combination is : 

A

`+ 0.25" cm"`

B

`- 0.25" cm"`

C

`+ 0.25" m"`

D

`- 0.25" m"`

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