The Mass of the W Boson Is 80 GeV/c²

question 47

Multiple Choice

The mass of the W boson is 80 GeV/c².During beta decay, a virtual W is created.In order not to visibly violate conservation of energy, what is the longest time the W particle can be in existence?

• A)0 s
• B)8 x 10^-45 s
• C)8 x 10^-36 s
• D)8 x 10^-27 s
• E)There is no limit on the time the W can exist.

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