A liquid with coefficient of volume expansion $\gamma$ is filled in a container of a material having the coefficient of linear expansion $\alpha$. If the liquid overflows on heating, then

  • A

    $\gamma = 3 \alpha$

  • B

    $\gamma > 3 \alpha$

  • C

    $\gamma < 3 \alpha$

  • D

    $\gamma > 3 \alpha^3$

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