In the experiment of the photoelectric effect, if the frequency of incident light is $v_1$, the maximum kinetic energy $(K.E.)$ of photoelectrons is $K_0$. If the frequency of light is $v_2$, the maximum $K.E.$ of photoelectrons is $2K_0$. Which of the following relations is correct?

  • A
    $v_2 = 2v_1$
  • B
    $v_2 > 2v_1$
  • C
    $v_2 < 2v_1$
  • D
    $v_2 = v_1$

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