At a certain time,radioactive elements are taken in the ratio $2:1$. Their half-lives are $12$ hours and $16$ hours respectively. What will be the ratio of the undecayed parts after $2$ days?

  • A
    $1:1$
  • B
    $2:1$
  • C
    $1:2$
  • D
    $1:4$

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