Geometric Optics (Mirrors & Lenses) Quiz

This online quiz is intended to give you extra practice in performing a variety of geometric optics calculations involving spherical mirrors and lenses. This quiz aligns with AP® Physics 2: Algebra-Based Learning Objectives 13.2 Images Formed by Mirrors, and 13.4 Images Formed by Lenses.

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Number of problems:	1  5  10  25
Question type(s):	Mirrors:  Spherical concave mirrors (focal point in front of mirror)  Spherical convex mirrors (focal point behind mirror) Lenses:  Thin converging lenses (focal point behind lens)  Thin diverging lenses (focal point in front of lens)
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