$A$ man having height $169 \; cm$ is standing near a pole. He casts a shadow $130 \; cm$ long. What is the length (in $cm$) of the pole if it casts a shadow $420 \; cm$ long?

  • A
    $323$
  • B
    $546$
  • C
    $550$
  • D
    $589$

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