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Author: Douglas C. Giancoli
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Chapter 31, Problem 57GP
To determine
Distance close to the source for the workers to operate.
Expert Solution & Answer
Answer to Problem 57GP
Distance close to the source for the workers to operate is
Explanation of Solution
Given info:
Dose rate,
Distance
Maximum dose,
Working hours in a week, 40-h
Calculation:
Conversion of maximum dose into rad/yr can be done as follows:
Now, the distance can be calculated as follows:
Conclusion:
Thus, the distance close to the source is
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