In the following $p-V$ diagram, the equation of state along the curved path is given by $(V-2)^2 = 4aP$, where $a$ is a constant. The total work done in the closed path is:

  • A
    $-\frac{1}{a}$
  • B
    $+\frac{1}{3a}$
  • C
    $\frac{1}{2a}$
  • D
    $-\frac{1}{3a}$

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