What is the mirror formula for a spherical mirror?

  • A
    $\frac{1}{v} + \frac{1}{u} = \frac{1}{f}$
  • B
    $\frac{1}{v} - \frac{1}{u} = \frac{1}{f}$
  • C
    $\frac{1}{u} - \frac{1}{v} = \frac{1}{f}$
  • D
    $\frac{1}{u} + \frac{1}{v} = f$

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