$A$ block of $3 \; kg$ is initially in equilibrium and is hanging by two identical springs $A$ and $B$ as shown in the figure. If spring $A$ is cut from the lower point at $t = 0$,find the acceleration of the block in $m/s^2$ at $t = 0$.

  • A
    $5$
  • B
    $10$
  • C
    $15$
  • D
    $0$

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