An electron has a velocity of $600 \, m/s$ with an accuracy of $0.005 \%$. Calculate the uncertainty in the position of this electron.

  • A
    $1.52 \times 10^{-4} \, m$
  • B
    $5.10 \times 10^{-3} \, m$
  • C
    $1.92 \times 10^{-3} \, m$
  • D
    $3.84 \times 10^{-3} \, m$

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