$A$ clock which keeps correct time at $20^{\circ} C$,is subjected to $40^{\circ} C$. If the coefficient of linear expansion of the pendulum is $12 \times 10^{-6} /{ }^{\circ} C$,how much time will it gain or lose per day?

  • A
    $10.3 ~s/\text{day}$
  • B
    $20.6 ~s/\text{day}$
  • C
    $5 ~s/\text{day}$
  • D
    $20 ~min/\text{day}$

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