A refracting telescope has an objective lens of focal length 40 cm and a diameter of 10 cm, and an eyepiece of focal length 5 cm and diameter 1 cm. What is the magnifying power of this telescope?
A) 10×
B) 40×
C) 2×
D) 8×

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The Answer of A refracting telescope has an objective lens of focal length 40 cm and a diameter of 10 cm, and an eyepiece of focal length 5 cm and diameter 1 cm. What is the magnifying power of this telescope?
A) 10×
B) 40×
C) 2×
D) 8×

A Refracting Telescope Has an Objective Lens of Focal Length