What is the primary reason why scientists accept the idea that the speed of light is the same for everyone?

A) because it makes sense when you think about it as Einstein did
B) because it has been verified by many observations and experiments
C) because no one has come up with a better idea about the speed of light
D) because the theory is just so darn cool, it can't be wrong


B

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A.

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B.
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C.
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D.
E2?p2c2.

E.
x2 + y2 + z2.

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What will be an ideal response?

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