Of the possible statements that parallel rays are brought to a focus by a 1)
Concave mirror,
2)
Convex mirror,
3)
Converging lens,
4)
Diverging lens,
The correct answer is
A) 1 and 2.
B) 3 and 4.
C) 1 and 3.
D) 2 and 3.
E) 2 and 4.

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Only the concave mirror and the converging lens can bring parallel rays of light to a focus. The convex mirror and diverging lens cause the parallel rays to diverge further. Therefore, the correct choice is C (1 and 3).

Of the Possible Statements That Parallel Rays Are Brought to a Focus