Question:

A concave lens of focal length \(f\) produces an image \(\frac{1}{x}\) times the size of an object. The distance of the image from the lens is:

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For lenses, use \(m = v/u\) and lens formula \(1/v - 1/u = 1/f\). Express u in terms of v and solve for v.
Updated On: Jun 19, 2026
  • \(\frac{x f}{x - 1}\)
  • \(\frac{f}{x}\)
  • \(\frac{(x-1) f}{x}\)
  • \(\frac{(x+1) f}{x}\)
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Lens formula.
For a lens, \(\frac{1}{v} - \frac{1}{u} = \frac{1}{f}\) and magnification \(m = \frac{v}{u}\).

Step 2: Express u in terms of v and x.

Given image is \(\frac{1}{x}\) times object size: \(m = \frac{1}{x} = \frac{v}{u} \Rightarrow u = x v\)

Step 3: Apply lens formula.

\[ \frac{1}{v} - \frac{1}{x v} = \frac{1}{f} \Rightarrow \frac{x-1}{x v} = \frac{1}{f} \Rightarrow v = \frac{(x-1) f}{x} \]

Step 4: Conclusion.

The distance of the image from the lens is \(\frac{(x-1) f}{x}\).
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