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Prove mathematically that when a plane mirror is rotated an angle θ about an axis through its center (Part A of the experiment), the angle of deflection ϕ of a light ray is equal to 2θ. Draw a diagram and show the work involved in your proof. Attach an additional sheet, if necessary.
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