$A$ photon of energy $hv$ is absorbed by a free electron of a metal having work function $\phi < hv$.

  • A
    The electron is sure to come out.
  • B
    The electron is sure to come out with a kinetic energy $hv - \phi$.
  • C
    Either the electron doesn't come out or it comes out with a kinetic energy $hv - \phi$.
  • D
    It may come out with kinetic energy less than $hv - \phi$.

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