After Two Half-Lives Have Gone By, What Fraction of the Original

question 140

Multiple Choice

After two half-lives have gone by, what fraction of the original sample of a radionuclide remains?

• A) 1/8
• B) 1/4
• C) 1/3
• D) None of these

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Definitions:

Nash Equilibria

An idea in game theory that states a player cannot gain an advantage by altering their strategy while others maintain theirs.

Maximin Strategy

In decision-making, a strategy that maximizes the minimum gain that can be achieved, often used under conditions of uncertainty to minimize possible losses.

Dominant Strategy

In game theory, a strategy that is best for a player regardless of the strategies chosen by other players.

Nash Equilibria

Nash Equilibria are concepts in game theory where each player's chosen strategy maximizes their payoff, given the strategies chosen by other players, indicating no incentive to deviate unilaterally.