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Homework Statement
The Star Alpha Centauri is 4.0 light years away. At what constant speed must a spacecraft travel from Earth if it is to reach the star in 3.0 years, as measured by the travelers on the spacecraft .
Homework Equations
Length Contraction:
L = Lo*(sqrt(1-(u2/c2))) , Lo = Length proper
Time Dilation:
T = To / (sqrt(1-(u2/c2))) ,To = Time proper
The Attempt at a Solution
Because I'm new to the topic I can only use the formulas for basic length contractions and time dilation. But I am unsure how to use them together. Any help + explanation will be greatly appreciated.