Elimination after 4 half lives in first order kinetics is____________?
Correct answer: B. 93%
- A. 84%
- B. 93%
- C. 80.5%
- D. 4.75%
Explanation
In first-order kinetics, the fraction remaining after four half-lives is (1/2)^4, or 6.25%, so 93.75% has been eliminated. This rounds to 93%, making option b the intended choice.
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