In a double-slit experiment, if the slit separation is increased, which of the following happens to the interference pattern shown on the screen?

A) The minima get closer together.
B) The maxima get further apart.
C) The minima stay at the same position.
D) The maxima stay at the same position.
E) The minima and maxima stay at the same position.


A

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