The lengths of the sides of a rectangle become 4 times greater than the original measurements. Which statement is true about the rectangle?

Question

A. Its area becomes 4 times greater, and perimeter becomes 16 times greater.
B. Its area becomes 16 times greater, and perimeter becomes 4 times greater.
C. Its area becomes 20 times greater, and perimeter becomes 4 times greater.
D. Its area becomes 4 times greater, and perimeter becomes 20 times greater.