If $\lambda$ denotes the wavelength at which the radiative emission from a black body at a temperature $T$ is maximum, then

  • A
    $\lambda \propto T^{-1}$
  • B
    $\lambda \propto T^4$
  • C
    is independent of $T$
  • D
    $\lambda \propto T$

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