Let $v_1$ and $v_2$ be the maximum velocities of the emitted electrons when the surface of a metal is illuminated with light waves of energy $E_1 = 4 \text{ eV}$ and $E_2 = 2.5 \text{ eV}$,respectively. If the work function of the metal is $2 \text{ eV}$,then the ratio $\frac{v_1}{v_2}$ is

  • A
    $1.6$
  • B
    $4$
  • C
    $2$
  • D
    $0.5$

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