For large magnifying power of a telescope, which of the following conditions is required?

  • A
    The objective must be large.
  • B
    The focal length of the objective must be large.
  • C
    The focal length of the eyepiece must be large.
  • D
    The focal lengths of both the objective and the eyepiece must be large.

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