Reflection is when...

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The prompt asks to define reflection in terms of what happens with light.
Because there are no answer options provided in the dataset here, we cannot evaluate multiple choices; this limits our ability to compare alternatives.
The given 'correct' option is: 'Light bounces off an object.' In everyday terms, reflection involves light rays hitting a surface and changing direction as they leave that surface. Saying light bounces off an object captures the core idea that the light is redirected rather than absorbed, transmitted, or scattered in a completely random way.
However, a fuller description would specify that: (a) a surface is involved, (b) the direction change follows the law of reflection where the angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection (in the mirror-like case), and (c) not all surfaces reflect perfectly; many absorb light or scatter it diffusely. The statement as written is oversimplified because it doesn't mention the surface nor the angle relationship, and it could be confusing if the object is not a reflective surface (e.g., a matte or translucent object).
Now consider potential alternative phrasings that would be clearer: 'Light bounces off a surface, following the law of reflection' or 'Light is reflected when it encounters a reflective surface.' If an option claimed light passes through or is absorbed, those would be incorrect.
In summary, the provided option captures the essence that light changes direction upon encountering a surface, but it omits important qualifiers about the surface and the angle relationship that define reflection in physics.

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