$A$ biconvex lens of refractive index $1.5$ has a focal length of $20 \,cm$ in air. Its focal length when immersed in a liquid of refractive index $1.6$ will be:

  • A
    $-16 \,cm$
  • B
    $-160 \,cm$
  • C
    $+160 \,cm$
  • D
    $+16 \,cm$

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