The length of a wire becomes $l_1$ and $l_2$ when $100\,N$ and $120\,N$ tensions are applied respectively. If $10l_2 = 11l_1$,the natural length of the wire will be $\frac{1}{x} l_1$. Here,the value of $x$ is ........

  • A
    $8$
  • B
    $2$
  • C
    $6$
  • D
    $4$

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