The masses of two planets are in the ratio $1 : 2$. Their radii are in the ratio $1 : 2$. The ratio of the acceleration due to gravity on the planets is:

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

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