If $n_r$ and $n_b$ are the number of photons emitted per second by a red bulb and a blue bulb of equal power respectively,then:

  • A
    $n_r = n_b$
  • B
    $n_r < n_b$
  • C
    $n_r > n_b$
  • D
    Cannot be determined.

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