A chain of mass $m$ and length $l$ is hanging freely from edge $A$ (as shown in diagram $I$ ). Calculate the work done to fold it as shown in diagram $(II)$ 

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  • A

    $mg\frac{l}{2}$

  • B

    $-mg\frac{l}{2}$

  • C

    $mg\frac{l}{4}$

  • D

    $-mg\frac{l}{4}$

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