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What is the magnifying power of an astronomical telescope in normal adjustment?

Correct answer A. Fo/fe

Explanation

With the final image at infinity, angular magnification equals the focal length of the objective divided by that of the eyepiece, so a long objective and short eyepiece give high magnification.

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