Reflection by Spherical Mirrors: Practice Problem & Solution

Short Solution (Best for NEET):

To solve this problem, we apply the core principles of Reflection by Spherical Mirrors. Understanding the underlying formula is key to arriving at the correct answer below:

If an object moves along the principal axis, its image also moves along it, with velocities always anti-parallel (angle \(180^\circ\)), so (A) is true. Perpendicular components of velocity are related by \(v_{iy} = m v_{oy}\), where magnification \(m\) is generally not 1, so (R) is true. (R) does not explain (A).