Using the Compound Microscope Direction: Put a check (√) on the blanks provided before each number if the statement is correct and put an ! mark if the statement is incorrect or false. 1. Objective lenses of the microscope have the same lengths. 2. To shift LPO to the HPO, the body tube is raised first. 3. After getting the microscope from the box, it should be placed on the floor. 4. In carrying the microscope, always hold one hand on the arm and the other under the stage. 5. Always place the microscope near the center, not on the edge of the table.