The graph in the figure shows how the count-rate $A$ of a radioactive source as measured by a Geiger counter varies with time $t$. The relationship between $A$ and $t$ is (Assume $\ln 12 = 2.6$):

  • A
    $A = 2.6 e^{-10t}$
  • B
    $A = 12 e^{-10t}$
  • C
    $A = 2.6 e^{-0.1t}$
  • D
    $A = 12 e^{-0.1t}$

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