Light of wavelength $\lambda$ strikes a photoelectric surface and electrons are ejected with energy $E$. If $E$ is to be increased to twice the original value,the wavelength changes to $\lambda_1$. Which of the following is correct?

  • A
    $\lambda_1 < \lambda / 2$
  • B
    $\lambda_1 = \lambda$
  • C
    $\lambda_1 > \lambda / 2$
  • D
    $\lambda_1 = \lambda / 2$

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