Two stones of masses $m$ and $2\,m$ are whirled in horizontal circles,the heavier one in a radius $\frac{r}{2}$ and the lighter one in radius $r$. The tangential speed of the lighter stone is $n$ times that of the heavier stone when they experience the same centripetal force. The value of $n$ is

  • A
    $1$
  • B
    $2$
  • C
    $3$
  • D
    $4$

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