In a single slit diffraction pattern,identify the incorrect statement from the following.

  • A
    The fringes have unequal width.
  • B
    The fringes have unequal intensity.
  • C
    The fringes have unequal width and unequal intensity.
  • D
    The fringes have equal width and equal intensity.

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