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The angle of minimum deviation for a `75^(@)` prism of dense glass is found to be `45^(@)` when in air and `15^(@)` when immersed in certain liquid.The refractive index of the liquid is

A

`(sqrt(3))/2`

B

`3/2`

C

`sqrt(3/2)`

D

`sqrt(3)`

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