The half-life of $_{38}^{90}Sr$ is $20 \text{ years}$. If a sample having an initial activity of $8000 \text{ dis/min}$ is taken,what would be its activity after $80 \text{ years}$?

  • A
    $500$
  • B
    $800$
  • C
    $1000$
  • D
    $1600$

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