$A$ cube of side $40 \ cm$ is floating with $\frac{1}{4}$th of its volume immersed in water. When a circular disc is placed on the cube, it floats with $\frac{2}{5}$th of its volume immersed in water. The mass of the disc is (in $kg$)

  • A
    $6.4$
  • B
    $3.2$
  • C
    $9.6$
  • D
    $1.6$

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