Two steel wires of same length $L$ but radii $r$ and $2r$ are connected together end to end and tied to a wall as shown. The force $F$ stretches the combination by $10 \ mm$. How far does the junction point $A$ move (in $mm$)?

  • A
    $2$
  • B
    $4$
  • C
    $6$
  • D
    $8$

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