University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

by Young, Hugh D.; Freedman, Roger A.

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0321973615

ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-361-0

Chapter 37 - Relativity - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 1247: Q37.6

Answer

You need to travel in a direction parallel to the platter's long axis.

Work Step by Step

The platter will appear to be contracted In a direction parallel to its velocity. If you travel at just the right speed, then to a stationary observer, the platter appears to be perfectly circular.

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