$A$ wire of initial length $L$ and radius $r$ is stretched by a length $l$. Another wire of same material but with initial length $2L$ and radius $2r$ is stretched by a length $2l$. The ratio of stored elastic energy per unit volume in the first and second wire is

  • A
    $1: 4$
  • B
    $1: 2$
  • C
    $2: 1$
  • D
    $1: 1$

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