MCAT Physics Question 118: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 118

13. A scientist looks through a microscope with two thin lenses with m1 = 10 and m2 = 40. What is the overall magnification of this microscope?

  • A. 0.25
  • B. 30
  • C. 50
  • D. 400

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

The overall magnification of a system of multiple lenses is simply the product of each lens's magnification. In this case, that is 10 × 40 = 400.

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