According to Einstein's photoelectric equation,the graph of the maximum kinetic energy of emitted photoelectrons versus the frequency of incident radiation is a straight line. Its slope . . . . . .

  • A
    depends on the type of metal used.
  • B
    depends on the intensity of radiation.
  • C
    depends on both the metal used and the intensity of radiation.
  • D
    is the same for all metals and is independent of the intensity of radiation.

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