Step 1: Concept
Apply Sabine's empirical formula: $T = \frac{0.16V}{A}$.
Step 2: Meaning
Given $V = 5000$ m³ and $A = 200$ metric sabins.
Step 3: Analysis
$T = \frac{0.16 \times 5000}{200} = \frac{16 \times 50}{200} = \frac{800}{200}$.
Step 4: Conclusion
$T = 4$ seconds.
Final Answer: (D)