$A$ body is projected vertically upward from the surface of the earth with a velocity equal to half the escape velocity. If $R$ is the radius of the earth,the maximum height attained by the body is:

  • A
    $R / 6$
  • B
    $R / 3$
  • C
    $2 R / 3$
  • D
    $R$

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