The observed slowing down of time predicted by Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity for an object traveling close to the speed of light is referred to as
A) time dilation
B) time expansion
C) a time warp
D) time contraction

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According to Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity, time appears to move slower for an object traveling at high speeds. This phenomena is known as time dilation. The closer the object travels to the speed of light, the more significant the time dilation effect becomes. Therefore, choice A is the correct answer. B, C, and D do not accurately describe this concept.

The Observed Slowing Down of Time Predicted by Einstein's Special