$A$ sheet of steel at $20^{\circ} C$ has dimensions as shown in the figure. If the coefficient of linear expansion for steel is $10^{-5} {^{\circ} C}^{-1}$, what is the change in the area at $60^{\circ} C$ (in $\text{ cm}^2$)?

  • A
    $0.84$
  • B
    $0.64$
  • C
    $0.24$
  • D
    $0.14$

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