College Physics: A Strategic Approach (4th Edition)

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Chapter 27, Problem 37P

A base on Planet X fires a missile toward an oncoming space fighter. The missile’s speed according to the base is 0 85c. The space fighter measures the missile’s speed as 0.96c. How fast is the space fighter traveling relative to Planet X?

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