Three circles of radius $r$ touch each other externally. What is the radius of the circle that touches all three circles internally?

  • A
    $(2 + \sqrt{3})r$
  • B
    $\frac{2 + \sqrt{3}}{\sqrt{3}}r$
  • C
    $\frac{2 - \sqrt{3}}{\sqrt{3}}r$
  • D
    $(2 - \sqrt{3})r$

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