The velocity-time graph of a body moving in a straight line is shown in the figure. The ratio of displacement to distance travelled by the body in time $t = 0$ to $t = 8 \ s$ is:

  • A
    $8: 5$
  • B
    $3: 5$
  • C
    $5: 9$
  • D
    $7: 4$

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