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Two plane mirros are inclined at an anle `theta`. It is found that a ray incident on one mirror at any angle is rendered paralle ot itself after reflection from both the mirrors. The value of `theta` is

A

`30^(@)`

B

`60^(@)`

C

`90^(@)`

D

`120^(@)`

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To solve the problem, we need to determine the angle \( \theta \) between two plane mirrors such that a ray incident on one mirror at any angle is rendered parallel to itself after reflection from both mirrors. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Problem**: - We have two plane mirrors inclined at an angle \( \theta \). - A ray of light strikes one of the mirrors and after reflecting from both mirrors, it emerges parallel to its original direction. 2. **Concept of Deviation**: - When a ray of light reflects off a mirror, it undergoes a deviation. For two mirrors inclined at an angle \( \theta \), the total deviation \( \delta \) of the ray after reflecting off both mirrors is given by: \[ \delta = 2\theta \] - This means that the ray is effectively rotated by an angle of \( 2\theta \). 3. **Condition for Parallelism**: - For the ray to emerge parallel to its original direction, the total deviation must be equal to \( 180^\circ \) (i.e., the ray is turned halfway around). - Therefore, we set up the equation: \[ 2\theta = 180^\circ \] 4. **Solving for \( \theta \)**: - Dividing both sides of the equation by 2 gives: \[ \theta = \frac{180^\circ}{2} = 90^\circ \] 5. **Conclusion**: - The angle \( \theta \) between the two mirrors must be \( 90^\circ \) for the ray to emerge parallel to itself after reflection. ### Final Answer: The value of \( \theta \) is \( 90^\circ \). ---

To solve the problem, we need to determine the angle \( \theta \) between two plane mirrors such that a ray incident on one mirror at any angle is rendered parallel to itself after reflection from both mirrors. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Problem**: - We have two plane mirrors inclined at an angle \( \theta \). - A ray of light strikes one of the mirrors and after reflecting from both mirrors, it emerges parallel to its original direction. ...
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