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Which type of mirror is used by dentists to see enlarged images of a patient's teeth?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Concave mirror
  2. Convex mirror
  3. Plane mirror
  4. Bifocal mirror

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Concave mirror

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) Concave mirror šŸ“š Explanation: A concave mirror can form a virtual, erect, and magnified image when an object is placed very close to it (within its focal length). This property allows dentists to examine small details of teeth that are otherwise difficult to see. These mirrors are also commonly used as shaving or makeup mirrors for the same reason.