Kim is in a spaceship moving past you at half the speed of light.Which of the following correctly describes how you will perceive each other's time?
A)You will say that Kim's time is running slow,and she will say that your time is running fast.
B)You will say that Kim's time is running slow,and she will say that your time is running slow.
C)You will say that Kim's time is running fast,and she will say that your time is running slow.
D)You will both agree that time runs at the same rate for both of you.

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According to the theory of relativity, when two observers are moving relative to each other, each will perceive the other's clock as running slower. This is known as time dilation. Therefore, you will observe Kim's time as running slow, and Kim will also observe your time as running slow.

Kim Is in a Spaceship Moving Past You at Half