PHYSICS

JAMB 2016 - Question 38

Physics 2016 JAMB Past Questions - Question 38: Which of the following statements is applicable to a real image formed by a concave mirror?(i) It can be observed on a screen(ii) It is always inverted and in front of the mirror  (iii) It only seems to exit(iv) It is formed by the actual converging of rays of light

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Which of the following statements is applicable to a real image formed by a concave mirror?(i) It can be observed on a screen(ii) It is always inverted and in front of the mirror  (iii) It only seems to exit(iv) It is formed by the actual converging of rays of light
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Correct Answer

A

Explanation

The statement (i) "It can be observed on a screen" is applicable to a real image formed by a concave mirror. When an object is placed in front of a concave mirror, a real image is formed that can be projected onto a screen or a surface. This real image is formed by the convergence of rays of light and is typically inverted and located in front of the mirror. So, statement (ii) is also applicable. However, statement (iii) "It only seems to exit" is not applicable, as a real image is a physical image formed by the actual convergence of light rays.