Consider a thick glass tumbler and a thin glass tumbler which are made of the same kind of glass. Some hot liquid is poured into them. Which of the following statements is correct?

A The thick tumbler is less likely to crack because it is stronger
B The thick tumbler is less likely to crack because it insulates the heat beter, glass being a poor conductor of heat
C Both tumblers are equally likely to crack because they are made of the same kind of glass
D The thick tumbler is more likely to crack because uneven expansion persists for a longer time within the thicker glass
E The thick tumbler is more likely to crack because it is heavier

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:

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