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Which kind of mirror is used in the headlights of a car? Why is it used for this purpose?

Concave mirror is used in the headlights of a car.

It is used in headlights as when bulb is placed at the focus of a concave mirror , then diverging light ray is reflected to produce a strong, parallel side beam of light.


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