University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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Chapter 37 - Relativity - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 1247: Q37.1

Answer

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Work Step by Step

a. The train passenger is at rest relative to the light, and measures the proper time interval. b. The train passenger is at rest relative to the train, and measures the proper length. c. You are at rest relative to the sign, and measure the proper length.
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