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In the experimental arrangement of photoelectric effect, the metal surface is first illuminated with violet light and then with ultraviolet light and the stopping potential is determined in each case. The stopping potential will

A

be more with violet light

B

be more with ultraviolet light

C

be equal in both cases

D

depend upon the current

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B

`V_(s) prop v " " v_("ultraviolet") gt v_("violet")`
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