AIPMT PRELIMS2012Physics-Optics

AIPMT PRELIMS 2012 Physics Telescopes MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12

The magnifying power of a telescope is 9. When it is adjusted for parallel rays the distance between the objective and eyepiece is 20 cm. The focal length of lenses are

A

11 cm, 9 cm

B

10 cm, 10 cm

C

15 cm, 5 cm

D

18 cm, 2 cm

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

Using the formula for magnifying power, M = f₀/fₑ = 9, and the total length f₀ + fₑ = 20 cm, solving gives f₀ = 18 cm and fₑ = 2 cm.

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