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A certain radioactive substance decays at a rate of 10% per hour. If you start with 200 grams, how much will remain after 3 hours?

A 162 grams
B 145.8 grams
C 180 grams
D 130 grams

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

The formula for decay is A = P(1 - r)^t. Substituting P=200, r=0.10, t=3: A = 200(1 - 0.10)³ = 200(0.9)³ = 200(0.729) = 145.8 grams.

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