For maximum angular magnification in a compound microscope, the objective focal length (f_o) and the eyepiece focal length (f_e) should be chosen so that A) f_o and f_e are both the largest available. B) f_o and f_e are both the smallest available. C) f_o is the smallest available; f_e is the largest available. D) f_o is the largest available; f_e is the smallest available. E) f_o and f_e are about the same.

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For maximum angular magnification in a compound microscope, both the objective and the eyepiece should have the smallest possible focal lengths. This configuration increases the magnification factor of the microscope.

For Maximum Angular Magnification in a Compound Microscope, the Objective