An object is placed 13.5 cm in front of a lens. An upright, virtual image is formed 25.1 cm from the lens. (a) What is the magnification? (b) What is the focal length of the lens?

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An object is placed 13.5 cm in front of a lens. An upright, virtual image is formed 25.1 cm from the lens.

(a) What is the magnification?

(b) What is the focal length of the lens?

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