$A$ light string passing over a smooth light pulley connects two blocks of masses $m_1$ and $m_2$ (vertically). If the acceleration of the system is $\frac{g}{8}$,then the ratio of masses $m_2 : m_1$ is:

  • A
    $8 : 1$
  • B
    $9 : 7$
  • C
    $4 : 3$
  • D
    $5 : 3$

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