The refracting angle of a prism is $A$ and the refractive index of the material of the prism is $\cot (A / 2)$. The angle of minimum deviation of the prism is

  • A
    $\pi+2 A$
  • B
    $\pi-2 A$
  • C
    $\frac{\pi}{2}+A$
  • D
    $\frac{\pi}{2}-A$

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