Single-Slit Diffraction: A single thin slit forms a diffraction pattern when illuminated with monochromatic light. The fourth minimum of the pattern occurs at an angle of 32.0° away from the central maximum. At what angle does the fifth minimum occur?

A. 41.5°
B. 41.0°
C. 40.5°
D. 42.0°
E. 42.5°


Answer: A

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