A ray of light strikes a plane mirror at a glancing angle of 50°. Calculate the angle between the incident and reflected rays?

by Sunday | Aug 28 | Physics WAEC | 0 comments

A. 20°
B. 40°
C. 50°
D. 80°
E. 100°

Correct Answer:

Option D – 80°

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