$A$ rubber ball is dropped from a height of $5 \ m$ on a planet where the acceleration due to gravity is unknown. After bouncing,the ball reaches a height of $1.8 \ m$. What fraction of its velocity does the ball lose upon impact?

  • A
    $16/25$
  • B
    $2/5$
  • C
    $3/5$
  • D
    $9/25$

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