Find Image & Object Distances from h, h', f

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The discussion focuses on deriving the object distance (p) and image distance (q) using the lens formula and magnification equations. The key equations mentioned include M = h'/h = -q/p, q = -ph'/h, and the lens formula 1/p + 1/q = 1/f. The transformation of these equations leads to the final expression p = f(1 - h/h'), which is crucial for understanding the relationship between object height (h), image height (h'), and focal length (f). The participants clarify the steps involved in manipulating these equations to arrive at the desired results.

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length. I was asked to find the image and the object distance. I didnt think it was possible till i found this

M=h'/h=-q/p : I knew this

q=-ph'/h : I understood how they did this

1/p+1/q=1/f : I knew this

1/p+1(-ph'/h)=-1/f : This i understood also, but how they came up with this next step i have no idear.

1/p(1-h/h')=1/f :Then,

p=f(1-h/h') : smh i just need some kind of explanation then i will be able to sleep
 
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1/p+1/(-ph'/h)=1/f

1/p - h/(ph') = 1/f |factor 1/p

(1/p)(1-h/h') = 1/f |/(1-h/h')

1/p = 1/[f(1-h/h')]

p = f(1-h/h')
 

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