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Question 69

Which methods correctly calculate total magnification in a compound microscope? Select all that apply.

  1. Add the eyepiece value to the objective value.
  2. Multiply the eyepiece value by the objective value.Correct answer
  3. Use the product of the two lens powers.Correct answer
  4. Divide the objective value by the eyepiece value.

Explanation

Total magnification is found by multiplying the two lens magnifications because the image is enlarged in two successive stages. Adding the values or dividing one by the other does not represent those successive enlargements.

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