$A$ body of mass $M$ tied to a string is lowered at a constant acceleration of $(g/4)$ through a vertical distance $h$. The work done by the string will be..............

  • A
    $\frac{3}{4}Mgh$
  • B
    $\frac{1}{4}Mgh$
  • C
    $-\frac{3}{4}Mgh$
  • D
    $-\frac{1}{4}Mgh$

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