$A$ resistor of resistance $R$ and an inductor of inductive reactance $R$ are connected in series to an $AC$ source. $A$ capacitor of capacitive reactance $2R$ is then connected in series with $L$ and $R$. The ratio of the power factors of the $LR$ and $LCR$ circuits is:

  • A
    $1: 1$
  • B
    $1: 2$
  • C
    $1: 3$
  • D
    $2: 3$

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