Three weights $A, B$ and $C$ are connected by strings as shown in the figure. The system moves over a frictionless pulley. The tension in the string connecting $A$ and $B$ is (where $g$ is acceleration due to gravity):

  • A
    $g$
  • B
    $\frac{g}{9}$
  • C
    $\frac{8g}{9}$
  • D
    $\frac{10g}{9}$

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