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By convention angles are measured from the normal to the reflecting surface. The angle of incidence, 35 degrees, is equal to the angle of reflection. In this case 35 degrees. The answer is 35 degrees.

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Q: If light hits a smooth hard surface at a 35 degree angle at what angle will it reflect of the surface?
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