From the graph of angle of deviation $\delta$ versus angle of incidence $i$ for an equilateral prism, the refractive index of the material of the prism is:

  • A
    $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$
  • B
    $\frac{3}{2}$
  • C
    $\sqrt{3}$
  • D
    $\sqrt{2}$

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