If the Linear Attenuation Coefficients for Fat and Water Are

question 26

Multiple Choice

If the linear attenuation coefficients for fat and water are 0.185 and 0.205, respectively, and the scaling factor for the scanner is 1000, the CT number for fat is approximately:

• A)+1000
• B)-1000
• C)+100
• D)-100

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