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    Light and Optics: Shoplifter's Distance and Height

    Homework Statement A shoplifter is spotted using a convex mirror, in which the image appears to be 22.0cm behind the mirror, which has a focal length of 24.0cm. HIs apparent height, in this image, is 14.0cm tall. A)How far away is the shoplifter from the mirror? B) How tall is the shoplifter...
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    What focal length is needed for a 0.60x magnification with a diverging lens?

    Homework Statement What focus is needed for in order for a diverging lens to produce a magnification of 0.60x on an object located 1.40 meters away? Homework Equations M=hi/ho 1/do + 1/di = 1/f M= -di/do The Attempt at a Solution -di / 1.4 = 0.6 1/1.4 + 1/.84 =1/f -di=0.84 1.42