$A$ false balance has unequal arms. An object weighs $X$ when placed in one pan and $Y$ when placed in the other pan. The true weight $W$ of the object is equal to:

  • A
    $\sqrt{XY}$
  • B
    $\frac{X+Y}{2}$
  • C
    $\frac{X^2+Y^2}{2}$
  • D
    $\frac{2}{\sqrt{X^2+Y^2}}$

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