$A$ metal surface of work function $1.07 eV$ is irradiated with light of wavelength $332 nm$. The retarding potential required to stop the escape of photo-electrons is .............. $V$.

  • A
    $4.81$
  • B
    $3.74$
  • C
    $2.66$
  • D
    $1.07$

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