Relavtivity Question - Unit Needed

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In summary, the problem at hand is determining the unit to use for a calculated velocity. Relevant information includes the relative time (T) and stationary time (To), both given in years, and the unknown velocity (U). The solution involves using the speed of light (c) as a unit or stating the value of c (3e8m/s) to get the answer in meters per second.
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1. The problem

I need to know what unit I would use for my calculated velocity?

2. Relevant Information

T (Relative Time) = 9 years
To (Stationary Time) = 2 years
U (Velocity) = ?

Solution?

What unit would I use for the velocity received?
 
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TheController said:
1. The problem

I need to know what unit I would use for my calculated velocity?

2. Relevant Information

T (Relative Time) = 9 years
To (Stationary Time) = 2 years
U (Velocity) = ?

Solution?

What unit would I use for the velocity received?

The factor relating T to To will contain the ratio v/c, so you can use the speed of light as your unit, or you can say c = 3e8m/s and get the answer in m/s.

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What is the concept of relativity?

The concept of relativity is a fundamental principle in physics that states that the laws of physics are the same for all observers, regardless of their relative motion. This means that there is no preferred frame of reference in the universe.

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