$A$ flashlight of intensity $9 \, W/cm^2$ illuminates a perfectly reflective surface of area $300 \, cm^2$. The average force exerted on the surface due to the incident light photons is

  • A
    $0 \, N$
  • B
    $14 \, \mu N$
  • C
    $18 \, \mu N$
  • D
    $12 \, \mu N$

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