A space probe has a 24.7-m length when measured at rest.What length does an observer at rest measure when the probe is going by at a speed of 0.860c?
A)25.2 m
B)6.43 m
C)9.19 m
D)12.6 m

Name: A space probe has a 24.7-m length when measured at rest.What length does an observer at rest measure when the probe is going by at a speed of 0.860c? A)25.2 m B)6.43 m C)9.19 m D)12.6 m
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The length contraction formula is L = L₀√(1-v²/c²). Substituting L₀ = 24.7 m and v = 0.860c, we find L ≈ 12.6 m.

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