JEE Mains · Physics · STD 12 - 9. Ray optics and optical instruments
The graph shows how the magnification \(m\) produced by a thin lens varies with image distance \(v\). What is the focal length of the lens used?

- A \(\frac {b^2}{ac}\)
- B \(\frac {a}{c}\)
- C \(\frac {b^2c}{a}\)
- D \(\frac {b}{c}\)
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(D) \(\frac {b}{c}\)
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\(f\,=\,\frac {b}{c}\)
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