The value of the coefficient of volume expansion of glycerin is $5 \times 10^{-4} \ K^{-1}$. The fractional change in the density of glycerin for a rise of $40^{\circ}C$ in its temperature is:

  • A
    $0.01$
  • B
    $0.015$
  • C
    $0.02$
  • D
    $0.025$

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