The half-life of a radioactive sample is 3 days. After 9 days, fraction remaining is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The half-life of a radioactive sample is 3 days. After 9 days, fraction remaining is
A. 1/4
B. 1/2
C. 1/16
D. 1/8
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
3 half-lives (9/3=3) => (1/2)³ = 1/8.

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