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Which consequence results when a pressurized water reactor's (PWR) tritium production exceeds its design limit?

A)Increased risk of fuel rod failure
B)Elevated dose to plant personnel
C)Decreased moderator coolant heat capacity
D)Diminished neutron moderation efficiency

💡 Explanation

Elevated tritium increases radiation exposure, because *beta decay* releases energetic electrons directly, therefore increasing radiation risk for personnel rather than directly impacting the reactor core materials or operation’s thermal efficiency.

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