$A$ nucleus has a half-life of $30 \; min$. At $3 \; PM$, its decay rate was measured as $120000 \; cps$. What is the decay rate in $cps$ at $5 \; PM$?

  • A
    $120000$
  • B
    $30000$
  • C
    $60000$
  • D
    $7500$

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