The fundamental frequency of a sonometer wire is $n$. If the length and diameter of the wire are doubled while keeping the tension constant,what is the new fundamental frequency?

  • A
    $\frac{n}{\sqrt{2}}$
  • B
    $\frac{n}{2\sqrt{2}}$
  • C
    $\sqrt{2}n$
  • D
    $\frac{n}{4}$

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