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Adiminished
Bmagnified
Cinverted
Ddistorted
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. diminished
1. A convex mirror always forms a diminished, erect image.
2. A smaller image lets a large region fit within the mirror.
3. This wide view is why they are used as rear view and security mirrors.
_Source: AP/TS SCERT Class 10 Physical Science, "Reflection of Light at Curved Surfaces"_
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