Each of the following lists two statements. Which two are the basic premises for the special theory of relativity?
A. (1) The laws of nature are relative. (2) The speed of light depends on your viewpoint.
B. (1) You can't go faster than the speed of light. (2) Time is different for different people.
C. (1) Everything is relative. (2) You can never really tell who is moving.
D. (1) The laws of nature are the same for everyone. (2) The speed of light is the same for everyone.
Answer:D
Each of the following lists two statements. Which two are the basic premises for the special theory of relativity?
A. (1) The laws of nature are relative. (2) The speed of light depends on your viewpoint. B. (1) You can't go faster than the speed of light. (2) Time is different for different people. C. (1) Everything is relative. (2) You can never really tell who is moving. D. (1) The laws of nature are the same for everyone. (2) The speed of light is the same for everyone.