$A$ cylindrical metallic wire is stretched to increase its length. If the resistance of the wire is increased by $4 \%$,then the percentage increase in its length is (in $\%$)

  • A
    $4$
  • B
    $8$
  • C
    $1$
  • D
    $2$

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