$A$ spherical insulating ball and a spherical metallic ball of the same size and mass are dropped from the same height. Choose the correct statement out of the following (Assume negligible air friction).

  • A
    Time taken by them to reach the earth's surface will be independent of the properties of their materials.
  • B
    Insulating ball will reach the earth's surface earlier than the metal ball.
  • C
    Both will reach the earth's surface simultaneously.
  • D
    Metal ball will reach the earth's surface earlier than the insulating ball.

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