$A$ uniform chain of length $L$ and mass $M$ is placed on a smooth table such that one-fourth of its length hangs over the edge. Find the work done to pull the hanging part of the chain onto the table.

  • A
    $\frac{MgL}{12}$
  • B
    $\frac{MgL}{8}$
  • C
    $\frac{MgL}{32}$
  • D
    $MgL$

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