$A$ slit of width $a$ is illuminated by light of wavelength $\lambda$. The linear separation between $1^{st}$ and $3^{rd}$ minima in the diffraction pattern produced on a screen placed at a distance $D$ from the slit system is . . . . . . .

  • A
    $D\lambda/a$
  • B
    $1.5D\lambda/a$
  • C
    $2D\lambda/a$
  • D
    $3D\lambda/a$

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