The refracting angle of a prism is $A$ and the refractive index of the material of the prism is $\cot \frac{A}{2}$. The angle of minimum deviation is:

  • A
    $180^{\circ}-3 A$
  • B
    $180^{\circ}+2 A$
  • C
    $90^{\circ}-A$
  • D
    $180^{\circ}-2 A$

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