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GK QUESTION#2916

What will be the focal length of a convex lens with the power of a +2.5 Diopter?

  1. A20 cm
  2. B10 cm
  3. C40 cmCorrect answer
  4. D5 cm
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C. 40 cm

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Explanation

Lens power in dioptres is P = 1/f when f is in metres. Thus f = 1/2.5 = +0.40 m = +40 cm. The positive sign identifies a converging lens in the usual convention.

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