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A student holding a mirror in his hand, directed the reflecting surface of the mirror towards the Sun. He then directed the reflected light on to a sheet of paper held close to the mirror.
Which type of mirror does he have?

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To determine the type of mirror the student is using, we can analyze the situation step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Setup**: The student is holding a mirror and directing the reflecting surface towards the Sun. This means that the mirror is reflecting sunlight. **Hint**: Consider what happens when sunlight hits a mirror. ...
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