In an atom,if the $K$-shell has $2$ electrons,the $L$-shell has $8$ electrons,and the $M$-shell has $6$ electrons,what is the total number of electrons in the atom?

  • A
    $10$
  • B
    $7$
  • C
    $16$
  • D
    $4$

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