When a certain metallic surface is illuminated with monochromatic light of wavelength $\lambda$,the stopping potential for photoelectric current is $3V_0$. When the same surface is illuminated with light of wavelength $2\lambda$,the stopping potential is $V_0$. The threshold wavelength for this surface for the photoelectric effect is:

  • A
    $6\lambda$
  • B
    $4\lambda/3$
  • C
    $4\lambda$
  • D
    $8\lambda$

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