If the focal length of the objective and eye lens are $1.2 \, cm$ and $3 \, cm$ respectively,and the object is placed $1.25 \, cm$ away from the objective lens,and the final image is formed at infinity,the magnifying power of the microscope is:

  • A
    $150$
  • B
    $200$
  • C
    $250$
  • D
    $400$

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