Under standard sign conventions, which focal length value is positive?
AConvex mirror
BConcave mirror
CCylindrical lens
DPlane glass plate
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Concave mirror
Concave mirrors have a positive focal length while convex mirrors have a negative focal length.
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