Application of reflection of light - Jamb Physics Past Questions and Answers

Question 1:

• JAMB 2019

If the time of flight is 96seconds, calculate the horizontal range through the point of projection.

A. 84400m
B. 69000m
C. 61440m
D. 24000m

Question 2:

• JAMB 1978

Which of the following is true for the image formed by a convex mirror? i. the image is always virtual ii. the image is always erect iii. the image lies between pole and focus iv. the image is never magnified v. the focus length is negative

A. I only
B. I and ii only
C. Ii and iii only
D. I, ii, iii and iv only
E. All five

Question 3:

• JAMB 1979

The diagram shows lens arrangement in

A. A Compound Microscope
B. Astronomical telescope
C. Binocular
D. Periscope
E. Projection lantern

Question 4:

• JAMB 2018

Which of the following may be used to explain a mirage?
I. Layers of air near the road surface have varying refractive indices in hot weather
II. Road surfaces sometimes become good reflectors in hot weather
III. Light from the sky can be reflected upwards after coming close to the road surface.

A. I and III only
B. II and III only
C. II only
D. I, II and III