Which of the following is not a characteristic of the image formed in a plane mirror ____________
A. the same size as the object B. as far behind the mirror as the object is in front C. real D. laterally inverted
Correct Answer: C
Explanation
\(\Rightarrow\) The image produced by a plane mirror is virtual (not real). \(\Rightarrow\) It is same size as the object. \(\Rightarrow\) It is as far behind the mirror as the object is in front. \(\Rightarrow\) It is laterally inverted.