In the circuit shown,the resistance $r$ is a variable resistance. If for $r = fR$,the heat generation in $r$ is maximum,then the value of $f$ is:

  • A
    $\frac{1}{4}$
  • B
    $1$
  • C
    $\frac{1}{2}$
  • D
    $\frac{3}{4}$

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