In a photoelectric experiment,electrons are ejected from metals $X$ and $Y$ by light of intensity $I$ and frequency $f$. The potential difference $V$ required to stop the electrons is measured for various frequencies. If $Y$ has a greater work function than $X$,which one of the following graphs best illustrates the expected results?

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