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Question
The side mirror of a scooter got broken. The mechanic replaced it with a plane mirror. Mention any inconvenience that the driver of the scooter will face while using it?
Solution
A convex mirror is used as a rearview mirror in vehicles. If it is replaced with a plane mirror then the driver of the scooter will not be able to see traffic spread over a large area behind him.
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