$A$ block of mass $M$ is pulled along a horizontal frictionless surface by a rope of mass $m$. If a force $P$ is applied at the free end of the rope,the force exerted by the rope on the block will be

  • A
    $P$
  • B
    $\frac{Pm}{M + m}$
  • C
    $\frac{PM}{M + m}$
  • D
    $\frac{Pm}{M - m}$

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