$A$ thick rope of density $\rho$ and length $L$ is hung from a rigid support. The Young's modulus of the material of the rope is $Y$. The increase in length of the rope due to its own weight is

  • A
    $(1 / 4) \rho g L^2 / Y$
  • B
    $(1 / 2) \rho g L^2 / Y$
  • C
    $\rho g L^2 / Y$
  • D
    $\rho g L / Y$

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