Answer:
5.3 cm
Explanation:
This question is an illustration of real and apparent distance.
From the question, we have the following given parameters
Real Distance, R = 8.0cm
Refractive Index, μ = 1.5
Required
Determine the apparent distance (A)
The relationship between R, A and μ is:
μ = R/A
i.e.
Refractive Index = Real Distance ÷ Apparent Distance
Substitute values in the above formula
1.5 = 8/A
Multiply both sides by A
1.5 * A = A * 8/A
1.5A = 8
Divide both side by 1.5
1.5A/1.5 = 8/1.5
A = 8/1.5
A = 5.3cm
Hence, the letters would appear at a distance of 5.3cm
