Radius of Curvature for Mirror w/ 10.0cm Candy Bar

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The problem involves a convex mirror and the relationship between the object distance, image size, and radius of curvature. The original poster describes a scenario where a candy bar is held in front of the mirror, and the image produced is half the size of the object.

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A child holds a candy bar 10.0cm in front of a convex mirror and notices that the image is only one-half the size of the candy bar. What is the radius of curvature of the mirror?
 
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im totally stuck sorry i didnt use the homework forums as u know I am new to the site.
 
kdl8614 said:
im totally stuck sorry i didnt use the homework forums as u know I am new to the site.
No problem, it'll get there eventually.

With respect to the question, you must have some idea. What are the concepts involved? Have you read your class notes?
 

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