$A$ body is projected vertically upwards from the Earth's surface of radius $R$ with a velocity equal to $\frac{1}{3}$ of the escape velocity. The maximum height reached by the body is

  • A
    $\frac{R}{8}$
  • B
    $\frac{R}{6}$
  • C
    $\frac{R}{4}$
  • D
    $\frac{R}{9}$

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