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Physics Ray Optics Mix MCQ (Single Correct)

A plane mirror having a square shape is mounted parallel to a vertical wall at some distance from it. A point light source is fixed on the wall. Light from it gets reflected from the mirror and forms a patch on the wall, when the mirror is moved parallel to itself towards the wall –

A
Centre of patch may remain stationary
B
The patch may remain square in shape
C
Area of patch decreases
D
None of the above

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If the mirror is moved parallel to itself with velocity along the line, normal to wall and passing through the source, then patch will remain unchanged in shape and size.

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