For relaxed viewing (microscope or telescope) the eyepiece is adjusted to place the image at
A) the near point.
B) infinity.
C) the pupil of the eye.
D) the focal point.
E) the radius of curvature.

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For relaxed viewing through a microscope or telescope, the eyepiece is adjusted to place the image at infinity. This allows the eye to view the image without strain, as the eye's lens does not need to accommodate (change shape) to focus distant objects, which is the most relaxed state for the human eye.

For Relaxed Viewing (Microscope or Telescope) the Eyepiece Is Adjusted