Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Radioactivity

Radioactivity — practice question

A student measures the level of radiation given off by a radioactive sample. The table lists the counter readings she records during a short interval of time: $106$, $96$, $98$, $100$ counts per minute. After the sample is taken away, the counter then gives a background radiation reading of $4$ counts per minute. What is the best estimate of the average count rate from the radioactive sample?

  • A$96$ counts per minute
  • B$98$ counts per minute
  • C$100$ counts per minute
  • D$104$ counts per minute

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