$A$ radioactive element of mass $1 \,kg$ after $N$ years is left with only $125 \,g$. If the half-life of the element is $12.5 \,y$, then the value of $N$ is:

  • A
    $37.5 \,years$
  • B
    $25.0 \,years$
  • C
    $50.0 \,years$
  • D
    $75.0 \,years$

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