$A$ radioactive isotope having $t_{1/2} = 3 \ days$ was measured after $12 \ days$. If $3 \ g$ of the isotope remains in the container,what was the initial weight of the isotope (in $g$)?

  • A
    $12$
  • B
    $24$
  • C
    $36$
  • D
    $48$

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