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Radioactive Decay And Nuclear Radiation (GCSE Physics)

The following is a GCSE Physics test covering 'Radioactive Decay And Nuclear Radiation' from the broader topic Atomic Structure. The test is geared towards the AQA exam board style syllabus.
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A student measures a radioactive sample for 60 seconds and records 300 counts. The background reading measured for the same time is 20 counts. What is the background-corrected count rate in counts per second?
Which practice reduces the radiation dose to a person working with radioactive sources?
Which of the following is a correct example of radioactive decay equation for beta minus emission of carbon-14?
A beta particle is equivalent to which of the following?
A radioactive sample has an activity of 240 Bq. After one half-life its activity will be:
Which nuclear equation represents alpha decay of thorium-232 (write products as symbols and mass/atomic numbers conceptually)?
Why are lead aprons or shields used when working with gamma emitters?
What is the difference between irradiation and contamination?
Which absorber would most reduce gamma radiation intensity?
Which property correctly compares alpha, beta and gamma radiation in terms of ionising power and penetration (highest ionising ? lowest ionising)?
In beta minus decay, what change occurs in the nucleus?