The focal length of a spherical mirror made of steel is $150 \,cm$. If the temperature of the mirror increases by $200 \,K$, its focal length becomes (coefficient of linear expansion of steel $\alpha = 12 \times 10^{-6} \,^{\circ}C^{-1}$). (in $\,cm$)

  • A
    $186.3$
  • B
    $153.6$
  • C
    $150.036$
  • D
    $150.36$

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