In the given figure,a mass $M$ is attached to a horizontal spring which is fixed on one side to a rigid support. The spring constant of the spring is $k$. The mass oscillates on a frictionless surface with time period $T$ and amplitude $A$. When the mass is at its maximum displacement (extreme position),another mass $m$ is gently placed upon it. The new amplitude of oscillation will be

  • A
    $A \sqrt{\frac{M-m}{M}}$
  • B
    $A \sqrt{\frac{M}{M+m}}$
  • C
    $A \sqrt{\frac{M+m}{M}}$
  • D
    $A \sqrt{\frac{M}{M-m}}$

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