In thin layer chromatography,a substance moved by a distance of $4 \ cm$,whereas the solvent moved by a distance of $5 \ cm$. Then the value of retardation factor $(R_f)$ is

  • A
    $0.8$
  • B
    $1.0$
  • C
    $9.0$
  • D
    $1.25$

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