Two temperature scales $A$ and $B$ are related by $\frac{A-42}{110}=\frac{B-72}{220}$. At which temperature do the two scales have the same reading?

  • A
    $-42^{\circ}$
  • B
    $-72^{\circ}$
  • C
    $+12^{\circ}$
  • D
    $-40^{\circ}$

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