When a metal is irradiated by monochromatic light,the maximum kinetic energy of the photoelectrons is $1.2 \ eV.$ If the frequency of the light is increased by $50 \%$,then the maximum kinetic energy of the photoelectrons is $3.6 \ eV.$ Evaluate the work function of the metal.

  • A
    $3.6 \ eV$
  • B
    $5.8 \ eV$
  • C
    $9.7 \ eV$
  • D
    None of these

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