All of the following are true about bremsstrahlung radiation EXCEPT
A) it occurs when a beta particle is deflected and slowed in its path.
B) there is a low probability of occurrence when shielding beta particles with lead.
C) its probability increases when shielding betas with materials that have a high Z number.
D) it is the method used to produce x-rays in computed tomography (CT) scanners.
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