Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach, Vol. 1 (Chs 1-21) (4th Edition)
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Chapter 36, Problem 44EAP
A 30-m-long rocket train car is traveling from Los Angeles to New York at 0.50c when a light at the center of the car flashes. When the light reaches the front of the car, it immediately rings a bell. Light reaching the back of the car immediately sounds a siren.
a. Are the bell and siren simultaneous events for a passenger seated in the car? if not, which occurs first and by how much time?
b. Are the bell and siren simultaneous events for a bicyclist waiting to cross the tracks? If no, which occurs first and by how much time?
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