The distance travelled by a particle is directly proportional to $t^{1/2}$, where $t =$ time elapsed. What is the nature of motion ?

  • A

    Increasing acceleration

  • B

    Decreasing acceleration

  • C

    Increasing retardation

  • D

    Decreasing retardation

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