For a fast chain reaction, the size of $U^{235}$ block, as compared to its critical size, must be

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Solution

The correct option is A greater
In fast chain reaction neutron released in previous fission again strikes $^{235} U$ , So size of $^{235} U$ block should be greater than it's critical size.

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