The designation M 36 × 2 means
(A) Metric fine threads of 36 mm outside diameter and 2 mm pitch
(B) Metric coarse threads of 36 mm outside diameter and 2 mm pitch
(C) Metric threads of 36 mm pitch diameter and 2 mm pitch
(D) Metric threads of 36 mm core diameter and 2 mm pitch
(A) Metric fine threads of 36 mm outside diameter and 2 mm pitch
(B) Metric coarse threads of 36 mm outside diameter and 2 mm pitch
(C) Metric threads of 36 mm pitch diameter and 2 mm pitch
(D) Metric threads of 36 mm core diameter and 2 mm pitch