The operator of a space station observes a space vehicle approaching at a constant speed v. The operator sends a light signal at

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The operator of a space station observes a space vehicle approaching at a constant speed v. The operator sends a light signal at

speed c toward the space vehicle. What is the speed of the light signal as viewed from the space vehicle

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GenaCL600 [577] · Answer 1 · 2022-06-20T08:10:22+03:00

Answer:

The speed of the light signal as viewed from the observer is c.

Explanation:

Recall the basic postulate of the theory of relativity that the speed of light is the same in ALL inertial frames. Based on this, the speed of light is independent of the motion of the observer.