Question

on a crisp autumn morning, sarah could see a mirror image of the colorful trees in the water of the lake. what causes this mirror image? a white light b absorbed light c refracted light d reflected light

Explanation:

When light from the trees hits the water - surface, it bounces back (reflects). This reflected light forms the mirror - like image seen in the water. White light is the source of light but not the cause of the mirror image. Absorbed light is light that is taken in by an object and doesn't contribute to the mirror image. Refracted light is light that changes direction as it passes from one medium to another, which is not the case here for the mirror image in water.

Answer:

D. reflected light