Multiple choice

Which mirror is used as a shaving mirror?

  1. Plane mirror

  2. Convex mirror

  3. Concave mirror

  4. None of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

A concave mirror produces an enlarged, upright virtual image of an object when placed close to it, which makes it ideal for use as a shaving or makeup mirror. Convex mirrors produce diminished images, while plane mirrors produce same-sized images.