If the absolute refractive indices of water and glass are $\frac{4}{3}$ and $\frac{3}{2}$ respectively,then what will be the ratio of the velocity of light in water to that of glass?

  • A
    $0$
  • B
    $\frac{8}{9}$
  • C
    $\frac{9}{8}$
  • D
    $\frac{1}{2}$

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