The average atomic mass of a sample of an element $X$ is $16.2 \, u$. What are the percentages of isotopes $_8^{16}X$ and $_8^{18}X$ in the sample (in $\%$)?

  • A
    $89$
  • B
    $80$
  • C
    $90$
  • D
    $60$

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