UPSC 1999: Consider the following statements: I. If a person looks at a coin which is in a bucket of water, the coin will appear to be closer than it really is. II. If a person under water looks at a coin above the water surface, the coin will appear to be at a higher level than it really is. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

The correct answer is option (a): I and II. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.

This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 1999, GS Paper 1, as Question 116. It falls under Science & Technology > Physics.

This question is rated "moderate". It requires sound conceptual understanding of the topic.

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