A Parameterization Invariant Approach to the Statistical Estimation of the CKM Phase $\alpha$

Abstract

In contrast to previous analyses, we demonstrate a Bayesian approach to the estimation of the CKM phase $\alpha$ that is invariant to parameterization. We also show that in addition to {\em computing} the marginal posterior in a Bayesian manner, the distribution must also be {\em interpreted} from a subjective Bayesian viewpoint. Doing so gives a very natural interpretation to the distribution. We also comment on the effect of removing information about ${\mathcal{B}}^{00}$.

14 pages, 3 figures, 1 table, minor revision; to appear in JHEP