Can Frame S' Make Two Events Simultaneous?

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To determine the velocity of frame S' where two events occur simultaneously, the time transformation equation t' = γ(t - vx/c²) is applied for both events. By equating the transformed times t' for Event 1 and Event 2, the velocity v can be solved. The relationship between the events' coordinates and times leads to a specific value for v that ensures simultaneity in frame S'. Additionally, the time t' for both events in frame S' can be calculated using the derived velocity. The discussion focuses on the application of Lorentz transformations to achieve simultaneity in different reference frames.
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hi, wondering if anyone could give me a little help with this question

The space and time coordinates of two events are measured in frame S to be:

Event 1: x1 = L, t1 = L/c

Event 2: x2 = 2L, t2 = L/2c

(a) find the velocity of a frame S' in which both events occur at the same time?

(b) What is the time t' that both events occur in S'?

thanks
 
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Write t_1'=gamma(t_1-vx_1/c^2), and equate that to the same equation for
t_2'. Then, solve for v.
 
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