A charge $q$ is distributed uniformly on the surface of a sphere of radius $R$. It is covered by a concentric hollow conducting sphere of radius $2 R$. Charge on the outer suiface of the hollow sphere will be, if it is earthed

  • A

    $\frac{q}{2}$

  • B

    $2 q$

  • C

    $4 q$

  • D

    Zero

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