Let $S$ and $S'$ be the foci of the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{25} + \frac{y^2}{16} = 1$ and $P$ be a variable point on the ellipse. The maximum area of the triangle $PSS'$ is ............. square units.

  • A
    $12$
  • B
    $24$
  • C
    $36$
  • D
    $48$

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