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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((2)/(3))`

B

`(3)/(2)`

C

`sqrt((3)/(2))`

D

`sqrt(3)`

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