How to Calculate Focal Length of a Convex Mirror?

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Homework Statement


The virtual image produced by a convex mirror is one-quarter the size of the object.
b) What is the focal length of this mirror?

Homework Equations



1/di = 1/f - 1/do

The Attempt at a Solution


i found di to be -9.3 cm but when i solved for f i keep getting it wrong. Help! (and -9.3 is correct so that's not the problem)
 
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