The density and bulk modulus of a metal bar are $\rho$ and $K$ respectively. When pressure $P$ is applied from all sides to that metal bar,the increase in its density is

  • A
    $\frac{\rho P}{K}$
  • B
    $\frac{\rho P}{K-P}$
  • C
    $\frac{K-P}{\rho}$
  • D
    $\frac{K+P}{\rho}$

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