$A$ body is projected vertically upwards from the Earth's surface. If the velocity of projection is $\left(\frac{1}{3}\right)$ of the escape velocity,then the height up to which the body rises is $(R = \text{radius of Earth})$

  • A
    $2 R$
  • B
    $\frac{R}{8}$
  • C
    $\frac{R}{2}$
  • D
    $R$

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