A model of a concave lens is shown below.

Question

Which of the following statements describes a possible way to apply this type of lens?

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Responses

Concave lenses can be used in mirrors to make objects appear closer than they really are.
Concave lenses can be used in mirrors to make objects appear closer than they really are.

Concave lenses can be used in car headlights to expand the projected light outwards.
Concave lenses can be used in car headlights to expand the projected light outwards.

Concave lenses can be used in laser pointers to intersect the projected light to a single point.
Concave lenses can be used in laser pointers to intersect the projected light to a single point.

Concave lenses can be used in microscopes to make microscopic objects visible.
Concave lenses can be used in microscopes to make microscopic objects visible.
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Answer 1

Concave lenses are typically used to diverge light rays and can play specific roles in optical devices. Among the choices given, the most accurate statement about the application of concave lenses would be:

"Concave lenses can be used in microscopes to make microscopic objects visible."

While concave lenses can also be used in some optical systems (like eyeglasses for nearsightedness), in this context, the application in microscopes aligns well with their function to enhance visibility and assist in focusing light on small objects. The other options do not accurately represent typical applications of concave lenses.