A weighting (qualifying) factor is used to determine which of the following?

A) Coulombs per kilogram
B) Sievert
C) Roentgen
D) Gray


B
Explanation: A) "Dose equivalent" is defined as the product of the absorbed dose multiplied by a biological-effect qualifying or weighting factor. The Système Internationale unit for measuring the dose equivalent is the sievert (Sv).
B) "Dose equivalent" is defined as the product of the absorbed dose multiplied by a biological-effect qualifying or weighting factor. The Système Internationale unit for measuring the dose equivalent is the sievert (Sv).
C) "Dose equivalent" is defined as the product of the absorbed dose multiplied by a biological-effect qualifying or weighting factor. The Système Internationale unit for measuring the dose equivalent is the sievert (Sv).
D) "Dose equivalent" is defined as the product of the absorbed dose multiplied by a biological-effect qualifying or weighting factor. The Système Internationale unit for measuring the dose equivalent is the sievert (Sv).

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