Two holes of unequal diameters $d_1$ and $d_2$ $(d_1 > d_2)$ are cut in a metal sheet. If the sheet is heated,what happens to the diameters?

  • A
    Both $d_1$ and $d_2$ will decrease.
  • B
    Both $d_1$ and $d_2$ will increase.
  • C
    $d_1$ will increase,$d_2$ will decrease.
  • D
    $d_1$ will decrease,$d_2$ will increase.

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