An Introduction to Physical Science
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Author:James Shipman, Jerry D. Wilson, Charles A. Higgins, Omar Torres
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Problem 2FIB: Speed is a(n) ___ quantity. (2.2)
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Recall, from this chapter, that the factor gamma (γ) governs both time dilation and length contraction,

When you multiply the time in a moving frame by γ, you get the longer (dilated) time in your fixed fame. When you divide the length in a moving frame by γ, you get the shorter (contracted) length in your fixed frame.

A starship passes Earth at 80% of the speed of light and sends a drone ship forward at half the speed of light relative to itself. Show that the drone travels at 93% the speed of light relative to Earth.

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