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The Mirror Equation Video Tutorial

The Mirror Equation Video Tutorial explains how to use the mirror equation and the magnification ratio to solve Physics word problems. Four examples are discussed. The video lesson answers the following questions:

How can the mirror equation be used to solve Physics word problems?
What is meant by magnification (M) and how can the M ratio be used in solving Physics word problems?

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