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How do we know which diagram to draw in concave mirrors?

A) Focus on the object's position and size relative to the mirror.
B) Consider the desired image characteristics (real, virtual, magnified, diminished).
C) Understand the mirror's focal length and curvature.
D) All of the above.

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Final answer:

To choose the correct diagram for a concave mirror, consider the object's position and size, desired image characteristics and the mirror's focal length and curvature—as all these factors influence the image formation.

Step-by-step explanation:

To know which diagram to draw for a concave mirror, it is correct to consider: D) All of the above. Firstly, focus on the object's position and size relative to the mirror to determine where the image will be formed. Next, consider the desired image characteristics like whether it is real or virtual, and whether it is magnified or diminished. Finally, understanding the mirror's focal length and curvature is essential as it affects the formation of the image. When an object is placed beyond the focal length of a concave mirror, the image is real, inverted, and can be observed on a screen. If the object is placed within the focal length, the image is virtual and appears larger and upright. The focal length of a concave mirror is positive since it is a converging mirror, and it has a well-defined focal point if the mirror is small compared to its radius of curvature, as per the thin lens approximation.

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