$A$ telescope with objective diameter $R$ is used to observe a distant star emitting light of wavelength $500 \text{ nm}$, at a resolution of $5 \times 10^{-7} \text{ radian}$. The value of $R$ is . . . . . . $\text{cm}$.

  • A
    $61$
  • B
    $122$
  • C
    $244$
  • D
    $305$

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