Multiple Choice
Why do reflecting telescopes usually have a secondary mirror in addition to a primary mirror?
A) to increase the light-gathering power
B) to make the telescope shorter
C) to increase the magnification
D) to eliminate the focal length
E) to combat chromatic aberration
Correct Answer:
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