$A$ radioactive material of half-life $2.5$ hours emits radiation that is $32$ times the safe maximum level. The time (in hours) after which the material can be handled safely is

  • A
    $10$
  • B
    $25$
  • C
    $5$
  • D
    $12.5$

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