When an oscillator completes $100$ oscillations,its amplitude is reduced to $\frac{1}{3}$ of its initial value. What will be its amplitude after it completes $200$ oscillations?

  • A
    $\frac{1}{8}$
  • B
    $\frac{1}{9}$
  • C
    $\frac{2}{3}$
  • D
    $\frac{1}{6}$

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