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New focal length and power when one surface of an equiconvex lens is ground plane

The same question, asked 2 times: 13 May 2024 S2, 19 May 2026 S1. Every wording below, oldest first.

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  1. Question 1

    13 May 2024 S2

    23
    The radii of curvature of both the surfaces of a convex lens of focal length 'ff' and focal power 'PP' are equal. One of the surfaces is made plane by grinding. The new focal length and focal power of the lens is

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  2. Question 2

    19 May 2026 S1

    141
    The radii of curvature of both the surfaces of a convex lens are equal. One of the surfaces is made plane by grinding. The new focal length and power of the lens, respectively, are

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