Given that a natural sample of iron $(Fe)$ has isotopes $_{26}^{54}Fe$,$_{26}^{56}Fe$,and $_{26}^{57}Fe$ in the ratios of $5\%$,$90\%$,and $5\%$ respectively. What will be the average atomic mass of iron $(Fe)$ (in $u$)?

  • A
    $55.95$
  • B
    $56.00$
  • C
    $55.50$
  • D
    $54.95$

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