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Why do we prefer a convex mirror as a rear-view mirror in vehicles?
Why do we prefer a convex mirror as a rear-view mirror in vehicles?
Updated On: Nov 8, 2023
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Convex mirrors give a virtual, erect, and diminished image of the objects placed in front of them. They are preferred as a rear-view mirror in vehicles because they give a wider field of view, which allows the driver to see most of the traffic behind him.
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