The diffraction pattern below arises from a single slit. If we would like to sharpen the pattern (i.e., make the central bright spot narrower), what should we do to the slit width? a) widen the slit   b) enlarge the screen   c) close off the slit   d) None of the other responses are correct.

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The diffraction pattern below arises from a single slit. If we would like to sharpen the pattern (i.e., make the central bright spot narrower), what should we do to the slit width?

a) widen the slit
 
b) enlarge the screen
 
c) close off the slit
 

d) None of the other responses are correct.

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