A double-convex lens is formed from a piece of plastic with an index of refraction of 1.70. The radius of the front surface has magnitude 20 cm, and the radius of the back surface has magnitude
30 cm. What is the focal length of this lens?
A) 17 cm
B) -17 cm
C) -86 cm
D) 43 cm
E) 86 cm

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The Answer of A double-convex lens is formed from a piece of plastic with an index of refraction of 1.70. The radius of the front surface has magnitude 20 cm, and the radius of the back surface has magnitude
30 cm. What is the focal length of this lens?
A) 17 cm
B) -17 cm
C) -86 cm
D) 43 cm
E) 86 cm

A Double-Convex Lens Is Formed from a Piece of Plastic