The intensity distribution of $X$-rays from two Coolidge tubes operated on different voltages $V_1$ and $V_2$ and using different target materials of atomic numbers $Z_1$ and $Z_2$ is shown in the figure. Which one of the following inequalities is true?

  • A
    $V_1 > V_2, Z_1 < Z_2$
  • B
    $V_1 > V_2, Z_1 > Z_2$
  • C
    $V_1 < V_2, Z_1 > Z_2$
  • D
    $V_1 = V_2, Z_1 < Z_2$

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