The Figure Shows the Path of a Portion of a Ray

question 50

Multiple Choice

The figure shows the path of a portion of a ray of light as it passes through three different materials. Note: The figure is drawn to scale. What can be concluded concerning the refractive indices of these three materials?

• A)n₁ < n₂ < n₃
• B)n₁ > n₂ > n₃
• C)n₃ < n₁ < n₂
• D)n₂ < n₁ < n₃
• E)n₁ < n₃ < n₂

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