Which of the following curve represents the correctly distribution of elongation $(y)$ along heavy rod under its own weight $L \rightarrow$ length of rod, $x \rightarrow$ distance of point from lower end?

  • A
    212470-a
  • B
    212470-b
  • C
    212470-c
  • D
    212470-d

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