Thin Lenses: A drawing is placed 40 cm in front of a thin lens. If a virtual image forms at a distance of 50 cm from the lens, on the same side as the drawing, what is the focal length of the lens?

A. -45 cm
B. 75 cm
C. 90 cm
D. 200 cm
E. +45 cm


Answer: D

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