$A$ sphere of mass $M$ and radius $R$ is falling in a viscous fluid. The terminal velocity attained by the falling object will be proportional to

  • A
    $R^2$
  • B
    $R$
  • C
    $1/R$
  • D
    $1/R^2$

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