The $P-V$ diagram of a diatomic ideal gas system undergoing a cyclic process is shown in the figure. The work done during the adiabatic process $CD$ is (use $\gamma=1.4$) (in $J$):

  • A
    $-500$
  • B
    $-400$
  • C
    $400$
  • D
    $200$

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