From the Earth, the Earthlings See the Enterprise Approaching from the West

question 98

Short Answer

From the Earth, the Earthlings see the Enterprise approaching from the west at 0.800c and
the Klingons approaching from the east at 0.900c. What speed, in terms of the speed of
light, does the crew of the Enterprise measure for the Klingon ship?

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Definitions:

Ethos

The characteristic spirit, moral values, or guiding beliefs of a person, community, or culture.

Collectivist

Pertaining to cultural or social practices that emphasize the group, community, or collective over the interests of the individual.

Subordination

the act of placing or ranking one thing below another in terms of importance or priority.

Individualist

A person with a preference for independence and self-reliance, often prioritizing personal goals and values over group objectives.