When a metallic surface is illuminated with radiation of wavelength $\lambda$,the stopping potential is $V$. If the same surface is illuminated with radiation of wavelength $3 \lambda$,the stopping potential is $V/4$. The threshold wavelength for the metallic surface is.

  • A
    $4 \lambda$
  • B
    $5 \lambda$
  • C
    $3 \lambda$
  • D
    $9 \lambda$

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