The height $y$ and the distance $x$ along the horizontal plane of a projectile on a certain planet (with no surrounding atmosphere) are given by $y = (8t - 5{t^2})$ meter and $x = 6t\, meter$, where $t$ is in second. The velocity with which the projectile is projected is ......... $m/sec$.

  • A

    $8$

  • B

    $6$

  • C

    $10$

  • D

    Not obtainable from the data

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