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In photoelectric effect

A

electrons are emitted from the metals when light rays (radiations) are reflected from it.

B

light of longer wavelength is more effective than light of shorter wavelength.

C

light of shorter wavelength is more effective than light of longer wavelength.

D

light is not used.

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