$S_{\text{(rhombic)}} + O_{2(g)} \rightarrow SO_{2(g)}; \Delta H = -297.5 \, kJ$
$S_{\text{(monoclinic)}} + O_{2(g)} \rightarrow SO_{2(g)}; \Delta H = -300 \, kJ$
From the given data,which of the following statements is correct?

• A
  $S_{\text{(rhombic)}}$ is more stable than $S_{\text{(monoclinic)}}$.
• B
  $S_{\text{(monoclinic)}}$ is more stable than $S_{\text{(rhombic)}}$.
• C
  The transition of $S_{\text{(rhombic)}}$ to $S_{\text{(monoclinic)}}$ is exothermic.
• D
  The transition of $S_{\text{(monoclinic)}}$ to $S_{\text{(rhombic)}}$ is endothermic.