Out of a gamma-beta and an alpha source

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Out of a gamma, beta, and an alpha source, what would be the best way to minimize radiation exposure given the following?

-Which one would you place in your mouth?

-Which one would you place in your hand?

-Which one would you place in your pocket?

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