Consider the following statements $A$ and $B$ and identify the correct choice in the given answers.
$A$. Tightly bound electrons of target material scatter $X$-ray photon,resulting in the Compton effect.
$B$. Photoelectric effect takes place with free electrons.

  • A
    Both $A$ and $B$ are true
  • B
    $A$ is true but $B$ is false
  • C
    $A$ is false but $B$ is true
  • D
    Both $A$ and $B$ are false

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