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A convex lens of focal length 12.5 cm is...

A convex lens of focal length 12.5 cm is used as a simple microscope. When the image is formed at infinite, Magnification is ....... (Near point for the normal vision is 25 cm).

A

25

B

2.5

C

2

D

1

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The correct Answer is:
C
Magnifying power `M=D/f=25/(12.5)M=2`
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