Light Waves
1 mark · NormalWhich statement is correct about the angle of incidence and angle of reflection for a plane mirror?
- A.The angle of incidence is always larger than the angle of reflection.
- B.The angle of incidence is always smaller than the angle of reflection.
- C.The angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection.
- D.The angle of incidence is always 90°.
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Correct option: The angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection.
Common mistakes: Selecting 'The angle of incidence is always 90°.'
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A1 · 1 mark · Correctly selects 'The angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection.'
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The law of reflection states the angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection.