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USAAAO — 2014 National Astronomy Olympiad

Question 8

An 8 inch Dobsonian telescope with a focal ratio of f/6 is used with a 12mm Plossel eyepiece. Calculate the magnifying power of the telescope. (1 inch = 25.4mm)

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Source

Source: USAAAO National Astronomy Olympiad 2013–2014, Section A: Multiple Choice, Question 8.