Use the appropriate relativity formula given in the text to answer the following: Isabella is moving by you at a speed of 0.8c.While 1 minute passes on your watch,how much time will you see pass on her watch?
A)36 seconds
B)1 minute
C)48 seconds
D)100 seconds

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Time dilation formula: t' = t / γ, where γ = 1 / sqrt(1 - v^2/c^2)t' = 60 s / 1 / sqrt(1 - 0.8^2) = 36 s

Use the Appropriate Relativity Formula Given in the Text to Answer