The magnetic field at a point $x $ on the axis of a small bar magnet is equal to the field at a point $  y  $ on the equator of the same magnet. The ratio of the distances of $x$ and $y$  from the centre of the magnet is

  • A

    ${2^{ - 3}}$

  • B

    ${2^{ - 1/3}}$

  • C

    ${2^3}$

  • D

    ${2^{1/3}}$

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