If 
and 
are the masses of 
nucleus, neutron and proton respectively, then
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
The mass of nucleus formed is always less than the sum of the masses of the constituent proton and neutrons.
i.e. 
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