Possible positions of object in magnified concave mirror?

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Homework Statement


An object is magnified, by a factor; of 5, in a concave mirror. The mirror has a focal length of 20cm.
Calculate ALL possible positions of the object.


Homework Equations


M=Hi/Ho=Di/Do
M=V/U
1/F=1/V+1/U


The Attempt at a Solution


1/20=1/V + 1/U
-1U=20V/V
U=-20
V=10
 
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