A Radar Pulse Sent Out to an Airplane at a Distance

question 82

Multiple Choice

A radar pulse sent out to an airplane at a distance of 24.1 km will return as an echo to the source in what time interval? (c = 3.00 × 10⁸ m/s)

• A) 33.3 × 10−⁶ s
• B) 80 × 10−⁶ s
• C) 161 × 10−⁶ s
• D) 40.2 × 10−⁶ s
• E) ​482 × 10−⁶ s

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Definitions:

Self-Determination Theory

A psychological framework positing that individuals are motivated to grow and change through three innate psychological needs: competence, relatedness, and autonomy.

Particular Needs

Specific requirements or desires of an individual that vary depending on personal circumstances or contexts.

Needs for Competence

The intrinsic motivation that drives individuals to seek out challenges and opportunities to enhance their skills and abilities.

Autonomy

The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision; in psychology, it often relates to the sense of control or agency over one's actions and life.