At what position should an object be placed in front of a concave mirror to obtain a magnification of $(- 2)$?

  • A
    At the center of curvature
  • B
    Between the principal focus and the center of curvature
  • C
    Beyond the center of curvature
  • D
    Between the principal focus and the pole

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