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When the ultraviolet light of wavelength `1.8 xx 10^(-7)` m falls on certain metal , electrons with maximum K.E. of 1.51 eV are emitted . The work function of the metal is

A

5.0 eV

B

5.4 eV

C

4.5 eV

D

4.0 eV

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