An object is placed in from of a concave mirror at a point between its pole P and focus F. The image formed is:

Correct option is D

• When an object is placed between the pole (P) and the focus (F) of a concave mirror, the image formed is:
  • Virtual: The image appears to be formed behind the mirror, as the rays diverge after reflection and do not actually meet. The image is formed by the extension of the reflected rays.
  • Erect: The image is upright, i.e., it has the same orientation as the object.
  • Magnified: The image is larger than the object.

This happens because when the object is within the focal length of a concave mirror, the image formed is virtual, erect, and magnified.