The Length of a Spaceship Is 14 M When It

question 1

Multiple Choice

The length of a spaceship is 14 m when it is at rest. If the spaceship travels by you with a speed of 0.80c, what length does it appear to you?

• A)6.3 m
• B)8.4 m
• C)18 m
• D)20 m
• E)22 m

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Definitions:

Frequency Theory

A theory in hearing that suggests the frequency of a sound is coded by the frequency of the neural impulses traveling up the auditory pathway.

Basilar Membrane

A crucial structure within the cochlea of the inner ear, it oscillates in response to sound, enabling the perception of different frequencies.

Anosmia

The loss of the sense of smell, either total or partial, which can drastically affect one's quality of life and perception of food and environmental hazards.

Aphasia

A language disorder that affects a person's ability to communicate effectively, often caused by brain damage.