The value of coefficient of volume expansion of glycerin is $5 \times 10^{-4}\, K^{-1}$. The fractional change in the density of glycerin for a rise of $40\,^oC$ in its temperature, is

  • A

    $0.010$

  • B

    $0.015$

  • C

    $0.020$

  • D

    $0.025$

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