In producing $X$-rays,a beam of electrons accelerated by a potential difference $V$ is made to strike a metal target. For what value of $V$ will the $X$-rays have the lowest wavelength of $0.3094 \ \mathring{A}$? (in $kV$)

  • A
    $10$
  • B
    $20$
  • C
    $30$
  • D
    $40$

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