What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a convex mirror for seeing traffic at the rear?

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(N/A) Advantage: $A$ convex mirror provides a wider field of view compared to a plane mirror,allowing the driver to see a larger area of the traffic behind.
Disadvantage: It does not show the correct distance of the vehicle at the rear; objects appear smaller and farther away than they actually are.

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