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The maximum velocity of electrons emitted from a metal surface is v. What would be the maximum velocity if the frequency of incident lightis increased by a factor of 4?

A

2 V

B

`gt 2 V`

C

`lt 2 V`

D

Between 2 V and 4 V

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