In a first order reaction,$60 \%$ of the reactant decomposes in $4.606 \ min$. What is the half-life of the reaction (in $min$)? (Given: $k = 0.1989 \ min^{-1}$)

  • A
    $3.48$
  • B
    $2.4$
  • C
    $3.0$
  • D
    $1.74$

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