If the wavelengths of incident radiation are $2500 \ \mathring A$ and $5000 \ \mathring A$ respectively,and the work function of the metal surface is $2 \ eV$,find the approximate ratio of the stopping potentials for the emitted photoelectrons. (in $:1$)

  • A
    $2$
  • B
    $4$
  • C
    $6$
  • D
    $8$

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