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JEE Mains · Physics · STD 12 - Ray optics and optical instruments
  • JEE Mains 2019
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A convex lens of focal length \(20\, cm\) produces images of the same magnification \(2\) when an object is kept at two distances \(x_1\) and \(x_2\) \((x_1 > x_2)\) from the lens. The ratio of \(x_1\) and \(x_2\) is

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(D) \(3 : 1\)

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Magnification is \(2\)

If image is real, \(x_{1}=\frac{3 f}{2}\)

If image is virtual, \(x_{2}=\frac{f}{2}\)

\(\frac{x_{1}}{x_{2}}=3: 1\)

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