A Particle Is Moving with a Certain Speed

question 92

Multiple Choice

A particle is moving with a certain speed. Its speed and energy are being measured with respect to Earth. When the particle's speed doubles, the energy increases by a factor of 4. What was the original speed of the particle?

• A) 0.447c
• B) 0.488c
• C) 0.523c
• D) 0.648c
• E) 0.800c

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Definitions:

Syllogistic Reasoning

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Self-Regulation

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Need for Cognition

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