A parabolic reflecting surface x = y²/2 is placed at the origin as shown. An incident ray moving along y = 1 strikes it and is reflected twice. The total deviation is π/n radians. Find n.

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A parabolic reflecting surface x = y²/2 is placed at the origin as shown. An incident ray moving along y = 1 strikes it and is reflected twice. The total deviation is π/n radians. Find n.

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