$A$ hollow sphere of external radius $R$ and thickness $t$ $(t \ll R)$ is made of a metal of density $\rho$. The sphere will float in water if:

  • A
    $t \leq \frac{R}{\rho}$
  • B
    $t \leq \frac{R}{3 \rho}$
  • C
    $t \leq \frac{R}{2 \rho}$
  • D
    $t \geq \frac{R}{3 \rho}$

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