$A$ nucleus of atomic mass $A$ and atomic number $Z$ emits a $\beta^-$ particle. The atomic mass and atomic number of the resulting nucleus are

  • A
    $A, Z$
  • B
    $A + 1, Z$
  • C
    $A, Z + 1$
  • D
    $A - 4, Z - 2$

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