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The Young modulus (Y) of a material is given by `Y=(WL)/(pir^(2)l)`. If the percentage error in W, L, r and l are `0.5%, 1%, 3%" and "4%` respectively then maximum percentage error in Y is -

A

`7.5%`

B

`9%`

C

`11.5%`

D

`13%`

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