$A$ physical quantity is $A = P^2/Q^3$. The percentage error in the measurement of $P$ and $Q$ is $x$ and $y$ respectively. The maximum percentage error in the measurement of $A$ is:

  • A
    $2x - 3y$
  • B
    $3x - 2y$
  • C
    $3x + 2y$
  • D
    $2x + 3y$

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