The correct formula for fringe visibility is

  • A
    $V = \frac{I_{\max} - I_{\min}}{I_{\max} + I_{\min}}$
  • B
    $V = \frac{I_{\max} + I_{\min}}{I_{\max} - I_{\min}}$
  • C
    $V = \frac{I_{\max}}{I_{\min}}$
  • D
    $V = \frac{I_{\min}}{I_{\max}}$

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