Solving a Physics Magnification Problem with a 6cm Focal Length Magnifier

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To solve the magnification problem, the magnifier with a 6 cm focal length must be positioned to create an image of 1 cm tall from a 1 mm tall object. The magnification formula m = -di/do is essential, but without a value for do, the calculation cannot proceed directly. By using the relationship hi/ho = di/do, one can express di in terms of do, ho, and hi. The required calculations involve substituting known values into the relevant formulas to determine the image distance. Assistance is needed to complete these calculations accurately.
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1. The fine print in a contract that you want to read is 1 mm tall. You have a magnifier with a focal length of 6 cm. Where must you hold the magnifier so that the image appears to be 1 cm tall. Where is the image located



2. m= -di/do



3. using the equation given above i tried to use the equation hi/ho= di/do but no value for dO is given which means i can't use the equation


help would be appericiated
 
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Using this equation hi/ho= di/do find di in terms of do. ho and hi. Use the formula which related the f, do and di to get the required answer.
 
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