When a metallic surface is illuminated with a radiation of wavelength $\lambda$, the stopping potential is $V$. If the same surface is illuminated with radiation of wavelength $6\lambda$, the stopping potential is $V/12$. The threshold wavelength for the surface is

  • A
    $5\lambda$
  • B
    $10\lambda$
  • C
    $11\lambda$
  • D
    $12\lambda$

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