Multiple Choice
A nuclear reactor is operating at a certain power level, with its multiplication factor adjusted to unity.The control rods are now used to reduce the power output to one-half its former value.After the reduction in power the multiplication factor is maintained at:
A) 1/4
B) 1/2
C) 1
D) 2
E) 4
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
Verified
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