(1/2)^(10/x) = .75
x = 24
In 10 years, 25% of a radioactive substance decays. What is its half-life?
A. 25 years
B. 24 years
C. 20 years
D. 29 years
4 answers
You first have to find your rate
.75 = e^ (r)(10)
Then find the time for half- life
.5 = e^ (r from above)(t)
.75 = e^ (r)(10)
Then find the time for half- life
.5 = e^ (r from above)(t)
Thanks
24