A rectangular mirror hangs on a wall facing due south

PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics 2: Algebra-based · Geometric Optics · Geometric Optics

Problem

A rectangular mirror hangs on a wall facing due south, so its surface normal points due north. Within the horizontal plane, a reflected light ray leaves the mirror traveling 35°35^{\text{°}} east of north. From which horizontal direction (bearing) did the incident ray approach the mirror? State the angle measured east or west of north.

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