The fundamental frequency of a sonometer wire is $50 \ Hz$ for a given length and tension. If the length is increased by $25 \%$ while keeping the tension constant,what is the percentage change in the frequency of the second harmonic?

  • A
    decreased by $10 \%$
  • B
    decreased by $20 \%$
  • C
    decreased by $5 \%$
  • D
    decreased by $20 \%$

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