The astronomical telescope consists of an objective lens and an eye-piece. The focal length of the objective is:

  • A
    Equal to that of the eye-piece
  • B
    Greater than that of the eye-piece
  • C
    Shorter than that of the eye-piece
  • D
    Five times shorter than that of the eye-piece

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