$A$ body is projected vertically from earth's surface with $\left(\frac{1}{3}\right)^{\text{rd}}$ of escape velocity. The maximum height reached by the body is ($R=$ radius of earth).

  • A
    $\frac{R}{4}$
  • B
    $\frac{R}{8}$
  • C
    $\frac{R}{9}$
  • D
    $\frac{R}{6}$

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