Two spheres of the same metal have radii $r$ and $2r$. They are heated to the same temperature and placed in the same environment. The ratio of their rates of cooling will be:

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

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