$A$ charge $Q$ is to be divided between two objects. The values of the charges on the objects so that the electrostatic force between them will be maximum is

  • A
    $Q/2, Q/2$
  • B
    $Q/3, 2Q/3$
  • C
    $Q/4, 3Q/4$
  • D
    $Q/5, 4Q/5$

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