The objective lens of a refracting telescope has a focal length of 60 cm and the eyepiece a focal length of 8.0 cm. What is the angular magnification of the telescope?
A)34
B)480
C)68
D)0
E)7.5

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The angular magnification of a telescope is given by the formula: M = F_objective / F_eyepiece. Substituting the given values, M = 60 cm / 8.0 cm = 7.5.

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