If $I_0$ is the intensity of the principal maximum in the single slit diffraction pattern,then what will be the intensity when the slit width is doubled?

  • A
    $\frac{I_0}{2}$
  • B
    $I_0$
  • C
    $4 I_0$
  • D
    $2 I_0$

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