The stopping potential doubles when the frequency of the incident light changes from $v$ to $\frac{3v}{2}$. Then the work function of the metal must be

  • A
    $\frac{hv}{2}$
  • B
    $hv$
  • C
    $2hv$
  • D
    none of the above

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