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As measured on earth, Planet X is 20 light years away. A spaceship completes the return trip (there and back) in 10 years as measured by the crew. How long does the trip take as measured in earth? A) 38.5 years B) 41.2 years C) 43.5 years D) 46.4 years

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          As measured on earth, Planet X is 20 light years away. A spaceship completes the return trip (there and back) in 10 years as measured by the crew. How long does the trip take as measured in earth? A) 38.5 years B) 41.2 years C) 43.5 years D) 46.4 years

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University Physics with Modern Physics

Hugh D. Young 14th Edition

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As measured on earth, Planet X is 20 light years away. A spaceship completes the return trip (there and back) in 10 years as measured by the crew. How long does the trip take as measured in earth? A) 38.5 years B) 41.2 years C) 43.5 years D) 46.4 years