$A$ particle of mass $m$ collides with a heavy mass $M$ (initially at rest) elastically. After the collision, the particle returns with $4/9$ of its initial kinetic energy. The mass of the heavy object $M$ is ............... $m$.

  • A
    $5$
  • B
    $3$
  • C
    $7$
  • D
    $2$

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