As Linear Energy Transfer (LET) Increases, How Is Relative Biologic

question 17

Multiple Choice

As linear energy transfer (LET) increases, how is relative biologic effectiveness (RBE) affected?

• A) with an increases in LET, RBE also increases
• B) with an increase in LET, RBE decreases
• C) with an increase in LET, RBE is neutralized
• D) RBE is not affected by LET

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