The magnifying power of a refracting type of astronomical telescope is $m$. If the focal length of the eyepiece is doubled,then the magnifying power will become:

  • A
    $m$
  • B
    $2m$
  • C
    $\frac{m}{2}$
  • D
    $\frac{m}{4}$

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