Unpolarized light of intensity $I$ is scattered from point $A$. What is the intensity of light perceived by the given observer?

  • A
    $I$
  • B
    $\frac{I}{2} \cos^2 \theta$
  • C
    $\frac{I}{2} + \frac{I}{2} \sin^2 \theta$
  • D
    $\frac{I}{2} + \frac{I}{2} \cos^2 \theta$

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