A point source emits sound equally in all directions in a non-absorbing medium. Two points $P$ and $Q$ are at a distance of $9\  meters$ and $25\  meters$ respectively from the source. The ratio of the amplitudes of the waves at $P$ and $Q$ is

  • A

    $5 : 3$

  • B

    $3 : 5$

  • C

    $25 : 9$

  • D

    $625 : 81$

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