$A$ metal surface is illuminated by light of a given intensity and frequency, causing photoelectric emission. If the intensity of the incident light is reduced to $1/4$ of its original value, what will be the kinetic energy of the emitted photoelectrons?

  • A
    Remains constant
  • B
    Reduced to $1/16$ of its original value
  • C
    Doubled
  • D
    Quadrupled

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