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To reflect the image of a large area, a convex mirror would be used. This mirror would normally be in the form of a spherical section, as the security mirrors in a store or mall. A full mirrored sphere could be used, but would not be as efficient.

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For what prupose? If it is for a shaving mirror then concave mirror would produce a magnified image which would be helpful for clean shaving.


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