A ray of light enters an equilateral prism made of material with n = 1.45 at an angle of incidence The internally refracted ray is parallel to the base of the prism. What is the angle of refraction for the ray leaving the prism?



A. 46.5

B. 30.0

C. 20.2

D. 15.7

E. the ray won't leave the prism


A. 46.5

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