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Question
Which one of these circumstances enables a concave mirror to be used as a shaving mirror?
Solution
From the above mentioned cases, only case 1, where the object is placed between the pole and the focus of a concave mirror, can be used as a shaving mirror. This is because, the image formed is virtual, enlarged and erect.
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