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The relation between the linear magnification m, the object distance u and the focal length f for a spherical mirror is

a
m=f−uf
b
m=ff−u
c
m=f+uf
d
m=ff+u

detailed solution

Correct option is B

∵m=−vu also 1f=1v+1u⇒uf=uv+1 ⇒−uv=1−uf⇒−vu=ff−u  so m=ff−u

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