For a first-order reaction, $20 \%$ of the initial concentration remains after $10 \text{ min}$. What is the rate constant of the reaction (in $\text{ min}^{-1}$)? (Given: $\log_{10}(5) = 0.6989$)

  • A
    $1.609$
  • B
    $6.989$
  • C
    $16.09$
  • D
    $0.1609$

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