$A$ single slit diffraction pattern is formed with white light. For what wavelength of light, the $3^{\text{rd}}$ secondary maximum in the diffraction pattern coincides with the $2^{\text{nd}}$ secondary maximum in the pattern of red light of wavelength $6000 \text{ Å}$ (in $\text{ Å}$)?

  • A
    $4300$
  • B
    $3500$
  • C
    $4000$
  • D
    $5000$

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