Two masses $m$ and $M$ are attached to the strings as shown in the figure. If the system is in equilibrium,then

  • A
    $\tan\theta = 1 + \frac{2M}{m}$
  • B
    $\cot\theta = 1 + \frac{2M}{m}$
  • C
    $\tan\theta = 1 + \frac{M}{2m}$
  • D
    $\cot\theta = 1 + \frac{M}{2m}$

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