If three samples have the half-lives listed below, which is the most radioactive?

A. a sample with a half-life of 20 years
B. a sample with a half-life of 20 minutes
C. a sample with a half-life of 20 million years
D. a sample with a half-life of 20 hours
E. none of the above


Answer: B

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