An object is 18 cm in front of a converging lens with a focal length of 4 cm. Use ray tracing to determine the location of the image. Express your answer to two significant figures and include the appropriate units.
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Draw a ray parallel to the principal axis and passing through the lens. This ray will refract and pass through the focal point on the other side of the lens. Show more…
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