The radius of the base of a hollow cone is $8\, cm$ and its height is $15\, cm$. $A$ sphere of the largest possible radius is placed inside the cone. What is the ratio of the radius of the base of the cone to the radius of the sphere?

  • A
    $5:3$
  • B
    $4:1$
  • C
    $2:1$
  • D
    $7:3$

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