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In a single slit diffraction pattern, which of the following is incorrect for fringe pattern?

A

Width of the central maximum is twice the width of the secondary maxima or minima.

B

Intensities of the secondary maxima are much less than the intensity of the central maxima.

C

All secondary maxima and minima are of the same width.

D

For a given wavelength, the width of the diffraction pattern is directly proportional to the slit width.

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