What Is the Approximate Amount of Exposure to Radiation for a Person

question 56

Multiple Choice

What is the approximate amount of exposure to radiation for a person living in the United States that is thought to be due to background radiation?

• A) 25% of the typical exposure
• B) 50% of the typical exposure
• C) 75% of the typical exposure
• D) 100% of the typical exposure
• E) None of the exposure is from background radiation.

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