Question 10 — The following question is - Questions at the end of the chapter - Chapter 10 Class 8 - Light: Mirrors and Lenses (Curiosity)

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Q 10
Question

Assertion: Convex mirrors are preferred for observing the traffic behind us. Reason: Convex mirrors provide a significantly larger view area than plane mirrors. Choose the correct option:

  • (i) Both correct, Reason is the correct explanation.
  • (ii) Both correct, but Reason is not the correct explanation.
  • (iii) Assertion correct, Reason incorrect.
  • (iv) Both incorrect.
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Answer
Option (i) is correct.

Explanation

  • Convex mirrors are indeed preferred for viewing traffic behind — the assertion is correct.
  • They give a wider field of view than plane mirrors — the reason is correct.
  • The wide view is exactly why they are preferred, so the reason explains the assertion.
Both statements are true and the wider view is the correct reason convex mirrors are preferred.
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