A swimming pool is filled to a depth of 2.0 m.How deep does the pool appear to be from above the water,which has an index of refraction of 1.33?
A) 1.5 m
B) 1.33 m
C) 2.5 m
D) 3.0 m
E) 4.0 cm

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The apparent depth of the pool is calculated using the formula $d' = \frac{d}{n}$, where $d'$ is the apparent depth, $d$ is the real depth (2.0 m), and $n$ is the index of refraction of water (1.33). Plugging in the values, we get $d' = \frac{2.0}{1.33} \approx 1.5$ m.

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