The work functions of metal $A$ and $B$ are in the ratio $1: 2$. If light of frequency $f$ and $2f$ is incident on surface $A$ and $B$ respectively,then the ratio of the maximum kinetic energies of the emitted photoelectrons is:

  • A
    $1: 1$
  • B
    $1: 2$
  • C
    $1: 3$
  • D
    $1: 4$

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