A substance of mass $m\,kg$ requires a power input of $P$ $watt$ to remain in the molten state at its melting point. When the power is turned off, the substance completely solidifies in time $t\,sec$. The latent heat of fusion of the substance is

  • A

    $\frac{{Pm}}{t}$

  • B

    $\frac{{Pt}}{m}$

  • C

    $\frac{{m}}{Pt}$

  • D

    $\frac{{t}}{Pm}$

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