Solve Ray Tracing Problem: Image Location for 6.3 cm from Convex Mirror

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Start date Mar 25, 2008
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To solve the ray tracing problem involving a convex mirror, the object is placed 6.3 cm from the mirror with a focal length of 10 cm. The formula 1/f = 1/s + 1/s' is applied to find the image location. After calculations, the result indicates an image distance of approximately -17.03 cm, which suggests the image is virtual and located behind the mirror. The user expresses satisfaction upon resolving the issue, indicating successful comprehension of the concept.

Mar 25, 2008

BuBbLeS01

Ray Tracing...HELP!

Homework Statement

An object is 6.3 cm from a convex mirror with a focal length of 10 cm. Use ray tracing to determine the location of its image.

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution

1/f = 1/s + 1/s'
1/f - 1/s = 1/s'
1/10 - 1/6.3 = -0.0587 cm ^ -1 = -17.027 cm

what am I doing wrong?

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Mar 25, 2008

BuBbLeS01

got it!

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