Which One of the Following Processes Results in an Increase

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following processes results in an increase in the atomic number?

• A) positron emission
• B) gamma emission
• C) alpha emission
• D) corrosion
• E) beta emission

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Simple Interest

A method of calculating interest where the interest charge is based on the original principal only, not on the accumulated interest.

Maturity Value

The amount payable to an investor at the end of a security's term or life, which typically includes the principal plus interest.

Principal

The original sum of money borrowed in a loan or the initial amount of money invested, excluding any interest or gains.

Simple Interest

A method of calculating interest whereby it is applied only to the principal amount, not including any previously earned interest.